| A | B |
| Epigram | a short witty poem expressing a single thought |
| Extemporizing | to perform without prior preparation |
| Oculist | a physician who treats the diseases of the eyes |
| Erroneous | mistaken |
| Obstetrical | medical practice that deals with pregnant women |
| Labyrinth | an intricate structure of interconnecting passages |
| Nebulous | cloudy |
| Meretricious | attracting attention in a vulgar manner |
| Euphemisms | the act of substituting a vague statement for one considered blunt or offensive |
| Inexplicable | difficult to explain or account for |
| Libertine | one who acts without moral restraint |
| Scrutiny | close observation |
| Corroborate | to strengthen or support with other evidence |
| Unpunctual | acting or arriving late for an appointment |
| Provincial | limited in perspective |
| Incoherent | unable to think in a clear or orderly manner |
| Pandered | to act as a go between in sexual intrigues |
| Commensurate | corresponding in size or degree |