| A | B |
|---|
| PERSISTENT | Refusing to give up; continuing stubbornly |
| FLUSTERED | Nervous or confused |
| IDIOSYNCRASY | A personal way of acting; odd mannerism |
| ANTAGONISM | Hostility; unfriendliness |
| CONTORTED | Twisted or pulled out of shape |
| INCRIMINATE | To cause to appear guilty |
| LEGITIMATE | In accordance with accepted practices; reasonable |
| OPTIMISTIC | Hopeful about the future; confident |
| INTENSE | Showing great concentration or determination |
| DEFIANT | Willing to stand up to opposition; bold |
