ally
a state formally cooperating with another for a military or other purpose, typically by treaty
banquet
an elaborate and formal evening meal for many people, often followed by speeches
blurry
unclear, vague
compartment
a separate section or part of something
deliberation
long and careful consideration or discussion
entwine
wind or twist together
grudge
a persistent feeling of ill will or resentment resulting from a past insult or injury
insignia
a badge or distinguishing mark of military rank, office, or membership of an organization, an official emblem
joint
a point at which parts of an artificial structure are joined
loyalty
a strong feeling of support or allegiance
luminous
bright or shining, esp. in the dark
mirage
an optical illusion caused by atmospheric conditions, esp. the appearance of a sheet of water in a desert or on a hot road caused by the refraction of light from the sky by heated air
propaganda
information, esp. of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote or publicize a particular political cause or point of view
reunite
come together or cause to come together again after a period of separation or disunity
semblance
the outward appearance or apparent form of something, esp. when the reality is different
sheen
a soft luster on a surface
shimmer
shine with a soft tremulous light
sternness
severity
submerge
cause to be under water
vanish
disappear suddenly and completely
