An Orchard is a piece of land planted with fruit trees. A Granary is where grain is stored. A Cemetery is a burial place. A Palace is the home of a ruler.

A Pessimist is a person who tends to see the worst aspect of things or believe that the worst will happen. An Optimist is the opposite. A Zealot is a fanatic. A Stoic endures pain.

Speleology is the study or exploration of caves. Archaeology is the study of human history through excavation. Entomology is the study of insects. Etymology is the study of word origins.

A Partisan is a strong supporter of a party, cause, or person, often showing biased, emotional allegiance. A Zealot is also a fanatic, but 'partisan' emphasizes the support for a specific party or cause. A Pessimist expects the worst. A Dilettante is a lover of art.

To Abdicate is to renounce one's throne or authority. (This is a repeat of question 285). To Recant is to renounce a belief. To Condemn is to express disapproval. To Exonerate is to free from blame.

A Cemetery is a burial ground, especially one not in a churchyard. A Palace is the home of a ruler. An Orchard is where fruit trees are grown. An Abattoir is a slaughterhouse.

An Arbitrator is an independent person or body officially appointed to settle a dispute. An Antagonist is an opponent. A Partisan is committed to a cause. A Pessimist expects the worst.

A Hangar is a large building in which aircraft are kept. An Apiary is where bees are kept. A Kennel is a shelter for a dog. A Granary is where grain is stored.

A Cacographer is a person who is bad at spelling. A Cartographer makes maps. Calligraphy is the art of beautiful handwriting. A Raconteur is a storyteller.

Entomology is the branch of zoology concerned with the study of insects. Etymology is the study of word origins. Physiology is the study of body functions. Speleology is the study of caves.