1. a brief or indirect reference   illusion   allusion   2. a false impression or idea   allusion   illusion   3. a person who does not believe in the existence of God   agnostic   atheist   4. to quote as an example   site   cite   5. hired group of applauders in theatre who engage the audience by clapping.   claque   clique   6. ask to secure (votes or opinion)   canvas   canvass   7. a platform at place of worship used in religious ceremonies   altar   alter