| A | B |
| purport | to claim to be or do something; the apparent purpose or main idea of something |
| demeanor | outward behavior; manner of conduct; bearing |
| syndicate | a group of persons or companies united to carry out some enterprise or business; to form such an association |
| abash | to make uneasy or ashamed; to embarrass |
| guise | outward appearance; a costume; a style of dress |
| allure | char; to fascinate; to tempt with something desirable |
| auspicious | marked by signs of success or good fortune; favorable |
| immemorial | reaching back beyond the bounds of memory; extremely old |
| deference | a yielding in judgment, opinion, or wishes to another; courteous respect |
| integral | pertaining to a part of the whole; complete; essential |