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6. Bas-relief: (N) -relief sculpture in which the figures project slightly from the
background.
7. Bosom: (N) – the human chest, often thought of as the seat of emotions
11. Conscience: (N) -the inner sense of what is right or wrong in one's conduct or
motives, impelling one toward right action.
17. Disposition: (N) -the predominant or prevailing tendency of one's spirits; natural
mental and emotional outlook or mood; characteristic attitude.
18. Docility: (Adj) the state of being easily managed or handled; ready to accept
control or instruction; submissive
22. Exult: (V) -to show or feel a lively or triumphant joy; rejoice exceedingly; be
highly elated or jubilant.
24. Felicity: (N) -the state of being happy, esp. in a high degree; bliss.
26. Folly: (N) -the state or quality of being foolish; lack of understanding or sense.
31. Hogshead: (N) -a large cask, esp. one containing from 63 to 140 gallons.
34. Infamy: (N) -extremely bad reputation, public reproach, or strong condemnation
as the result of a shameful, criminal, or outrageous act.
55. Sagacious: (Adj) - having or showing keen discernment, and sound judgment;
wise.
58. Solicit: (V) -to seek for (something) by earnest or respectful request, formal
application, etc.