"Propinquity" is a synonym for "proximity" or nearness. Another word for "guilt" is complicity, and another word for "mercy" is clemency. "Abstention" means sobriety, temperance. "Commendation" is praise or acclaim.

A "harbinger" is an omen or anything that indicates a future event.

A "retinue"is a group of advisers and assistants that accompanies someone, similar to an entourage.

"Vernacular" means the commonly spoken language of a particular people or place, so "language" is the correct answer.None of the other answers are close in meaning to "vernacular": “mystery” means anything that is kept secret or remains unexplained; “relaxation” means rest;“poison” means harmful substance; and“marking” means a characteristic pattern.

"Temerity" means boldness or audacity. "Gratification" means satisfaction, which is similar to "contentment." "Loyalty" means allegiance. "Amity" means friendship.

"Covenant" means a contract or promise.

"Malnutrition" means lack of proper nutrition, or "undernourishment."

A "conviction" is a belief that someone has.

A "dearth" is a lack of something or an absence of something.

"Vitality"means the state of being strong and active, or liveliness.