1. a brief or indirect reference   allusion   illusion   2. to give in   accede   exceed   3. to estimate the value of   appraise   apprise   4. hired group of applauders in theatre who engage the audience by clapping.   claque   clique   5. to examine material in television or print media and block objectionable parts   censor   censure   6. a tool used to drill holes   auger   augur   7. having a strong dislike; unwilling   averse   adverse