to disguise or conceal under a false appearance; dissemble

a state of perplexity or uncertainty, especially as to what to do; dilemma

a small, dry one-seeded fruit that does not open to release the seed

of, pertaining to, engaged in, or characterized by philanthropy; benevolent

combat with the fists

cunning; sly

simultaneous occurrence; synchronism

to form small squares or blocks, as floors or pavements; form or arrange in a checkered or mosaic pattern

the greedy pursuit of riches

slim; slender in figure or lithe

to make favorably inclined; appease; conciliate

unwilling to spend money or use resources

needless repetition of an idea, especially in words other than those of the immediate context, without imparting additional force or clearness, as in "widow woman"

to clear, as from an accusation, imputation, suspicion, or the like

deep blue; sky blue; azure

sluggish in temperament; gloomy; taciturn