| A | B |
| interminable | endless; going on forever |
| reiterating | saying repeatedly |
| sharper | a dishonest person;a swindler |
| impassive | showing no sign of feelings or emotions |
| incredulous | showing disbelief |
| bantering | teasing; joking |
| lowing | mooing |
| attest | to affirm or uphold; to confirm |
| protestations | objections; declarationsor affirmations of opposition |
| aristocracy | the upper class; those felt to be superior |
| confederate | willing helper or accomplice |
| wags | witty fellows; jokers |
| jovialness | playfullness or good humor |