to infer (an unknown) from something that is known; conjecture

a seal or signet

to enable or allow the continuation of into the future; keep alive (used most often in reference to something considered harmful or false)

free from concern, worry, or anxiety; carefree; nonchalant

the act of making a negative situation feel worse than it is

relating to or characteristic of a person who indulges in some of the luxuries and comforts of a fancy lifestyle; relating to or characteristic of a person who aspires to the upper middle class, especially when regarded as being elitist or snobbish

lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible

of little or no importance or consequence

the pure and concentrated essence of a substance

to run away hurriedly; flee

to glide toward the earth in an airplane, with no motor power or with the power shut off

stubbornly perverse or rebellious; willfully and obstinately disobedient

refuse given to hogs; swill

commonplace or dull; matter-of-fact or unimaginative

modesty or shyness resulting from a lack of self-confidence

dependent on circumstances beyond one's control; uncertain; insecure