| A | B |
|---|
| aperture | 1. An opening, such as a hole, gap, or slit. |
| awning | A rooflike structure, often made of canvas or plastic, that serves as a shelter, as over a storefront, window, door, or deck. |
| baffle | to puzzle; a blocking screen |
| descend | 1. To move from a higher to a lower place; come or go down. |
| emaciated | To make or become extremely thin, especially as a result of starvation. |
| enigma | One that is puzzling, ambiguous, or inexplicable. |
| esteem | To regard with respect; prize. |
| exempt | To free from an obligation, a duty, or a liability to which others are subject |
| gild | To cover with or as if with a thin layer of gold. |
| prolong | To lengthen in duration; protract. |
| raucous | Rough-sounding and harsh |
| refuge | Protection or shelter, as from danger or hardship |
| retort | To make a reply, especially a quick, caustic, or witty one. |
| tirade | A long angry or violent speech |
| translucent | Transmitting light but causing sufficient diffusion to prevent perception of distinct images |
| tribute | mark of respect and affection; forced payments |
| trilogy | group of three novels |
