| acumen |
superior insight; quickness and shrewdness of judgment, especially in practical matters. |
| amiable |
having or showing a friendly manner. |
| auxiliary |
serving as an extra means of support; additional. |
| cede |
to give up or surrender, especially formally. |
| certitude |
the state, condition, or feeling of freedom from uncertainty or doubt. |
| confidant |
one to whom a secret or secrets are entrusted. |
| deducible |
able to be concluded or inferred from certain facts or principles. |
| embellish |
to improve by, or as though by, decorations; decorate. |
| hegemony |
predominance of one country or social group over others by virtue of leadership or influence. |
| invigorate |
to fill with energy, strength, or life. |
| patronage |
the financial or other support given to a business establishment by its customers or clients. |
| pilgrimage |
a usually long trip undertaken for religious purposes, such as to visit a holy place. |
| rostrum |
a raised platform or dais for public speaking. |
| unimpressive |
lacking notable qualities; unremarkable; not impressive. |
| wan |
very pale. |