A portion of land divided into lots for real estate development

To defer by advice or persuasion; to persuade someone NOT to do something

The upper regions of space the heavens

Various or diverse

Lying close or near

Any authoritative proclamation or command

A striking or notable deed; feat; spirited or heroic act

Generous in gifts or donations to relieve the needs of indigent, ill, or helpless persons or animals

The conduct by government officials of negotiations and other relations between nations

To long, aim, or seek ambitiously

Incapable of being contested; not open to dispute

A person or group that occupies land, a house, or an office for a period of time

A loud, confused noise; clamor

Regarded as holy; venerated; sacred