| A | B |
|---|
| shrewd | having or showing sharp powers of judgement |
| perpetually | occurring repeatedly |
| tractable | easy to control or force |
| contemptible | unspeakable, disgraceful, shameful. |
| irrepressible | not able to be controlled or restrained. |
| skirmishing | fighting. |
| manoeuvre | movement or series of moves |
| vengeance | revenge, retaliation. |
| ignominious | deserving or causing public disgrace. |
| sentimentality | excessive tenderness, sadness. |
| impromptu | done without being planned or rehearsed. |
| solemn | not cheerful, or smiling serious. |
| conferred | grant or present an honor |
| postumously | awarded after death. |
