1. build or invent.   diverge   anneal   fabricate   assimilate   Hint Half-n-half Clue   2. waver or vary in an unstable way.   decipher   fluctuate   decant   disseminate   Half-n-half Clue   3. encode a message.   dilute   defoliate   galvanize   encipher   Half-n-half Clue   4. remove foliage or leaves.   defoliate   agglomerate   hibernate   glaze   Half-n-half Clue   5. combine or mix.   compound   caulk   dissipate   authenticate   Half-n-half Clue   6. go off in different directions.   diverge   impel   adulterate   agglomerate   Half-n-half Clue   7. intercept light or surpass.   adulterate   decant   extrude   eclipse   Half-n-half Clue