1. real and tangible
touchable

2. the hunter’s quarry
prey

3. put at ease by his disarming smile
intended to relax or comfort

4. a charming, cultivated woman
refined

5. a cruise ship offering every amenity
comfort; luxury

6. condone rather than condemn
allow; accept

7. a droll, self-mocking grin
amusing

8. felt no scruples about breaking traffic laws
sense of right and wrong

9. asked solicitously about my health
in a concerned way

10. recommended but not imperative
absolutely necessary

11. zealous support of the mayor’s program
enthusiastic

12. an uncanny coincidence
strange; mysterious