noun the condition of being healthy, happy, and comfortable; welfare.His family’s well-being is very important to him. See the full entry
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recipient
noun one who receives or is eligible to receive something.When the package is delivered, the recipient must sign the form stating that the package arrived in good condition.The recipient of the award…
abbreviate
transitive verb to reduce in length or duration.Pressing matters at home forced them to abbreviate their stay in Europe. See the full entry
gratify
transitive verb to give pleasure or satisfaction to (someone).Her excellent performance in school gratified her parents.I was gratified by receiving the award because I had worked very hard. See the full entry
eloquent
adjective fluent, apt, and persuasive, as a speaker or a speech.The eloquent speaker utterly inspired and moved her audience.The governor was eloquent on the subject of his reforms.The students applauded after the…