to comment or discourse at great length

calm; peaceful; tranquil

the market condition that exists when there are few sellers, as a result of which they can greatly influence price and other market factors

a self-seeking, servile flatterer; fawning parasite

a song or poem celebrating an upcoming wedding

to express earnest disapproval of

a clamorous and vigorous attempt to win customers or advance any cause; blatant advertising or publicity

a collection of 24 or sometimes 25 sheets of paper of the same size and quality: one twentieth of a ream

presenting favorable conditions; favorable

to treat with insolence; bully; torment

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

to abolish by formal or official means; annul by an authoritative act; repeal

adverse in tendency or effect; unfavorable; harmful

to irritate, annoy, or exasperate

a quick, clever reply to an insult or criticism

exceptionally pleasing to taste or smell; especially delicious or fragrant