noun. an earnest request; an explanation that frees one from fault or blame

adjective. having the ability to reason according to the rules of logic; based on sound reasoning or information

noun. a looking forward to or waiting for something; belief about or mental picture of the future

noun. a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

noun. the act or process of a whole separating into two or more parts or pieces

adjective. impractical especially in the foolish pursuit of ideals

verb. to prepare by mixing ingredients as in cooking; to devise using skill and intelligence; contrive

noun. a disturbed condition of the stomach in which one feels like vomiting

noun. an enthusiastic public reception of a person esp. by loud and prolonged applause; a show of public homage or welcome