| A | B |
|---|
| akin | similar, alike |
| predominates | main element, greatest amount |
| abhorrent | inspiring disgust and loathing |
| dubious | suspect or not to be relied upon |
| Bohemia | Former Slavic kingdom in Czech Republic |
| effusive | expressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure or approval, gushing |
| august | respected and impressive |
| languid | slow and relaxed |
| stevedore | a dock worker |
| carbuncle | a gem |
| unimpeachable | not able to be doubted questioned or criticized |
| tallow | a hard fatty substance made from rendered animal fat, used for soap and candles |
| agitation | a state of anxiety |
| haggard | looking exhausted and unwell |
| dissolute | lax in morals |
| allusions | a passing or indirect expression |
| insolence | showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect |
