a person known to one, but usually not a close friend
I’m not really familiar with that person. He is just an acquaintance.
affinity
a natural liking for or attraction to a person, thing, idea
The parasite had an affinity to water as it flourished in it.
childhood
the state or period of being a child
My childhood was full of wonderful memories of trips to the park.
contemplation
view or reflect upon attention
I was in deep contemplation when the professor asked a difficult philosophical question.
exclusive
reserved for certain people only
The party was exclusive to those who were invited.
facilitate
make easier
We must facilitate all prison inmates with a decent way of living.
folklore
the traditional beliefs, legends
The story of Paul Bunyan is folklore.
identity
the awareness of who you are
Adolescence is a confusing time as you are trying to figure out your identity and your place in the world.
integral
very important; necessary (syn. vital, integral / ant. superfluous)
The engine is an integral part of a car.
mythology
a body or system of myths concerning a particular person or race
Greek and Roman mythology was created to explain certain human flaws and supernatural occurrences.
pooled
To put into a fund for use by all
We all pooled our money together so we could buy her a new purse.
regaled
to entertain lavishly or agreeably
The king regaled his guests at the party.
relevant
important; of consequence (syn. useful / ant. irrelevant)
There are two main factors that are relevant to the geologist: pressure and time.
revere
regard with deepest respect and awe
As a Christian, I deeply revere God.
revival
an awakening
The revival of the church in the 1970s continues strong today.
secular
of or pertaining to worldly things
The government is supposed to maintain a secular world view.
senator
title of respect accorded a person who is or has been a member of the Senate
The Texas senator came to our school to discuss politics with us.
spirit
the incorporeal part of humans
Many religions emphasize the immortal characteristic of the human spirit.
spirituality
pertain to the soul or spirit
When it comes to religion, one must be attuned to their own spirituality.
studio
a place for painting, broadcasting, etc..
The painter worked all night in his studio.