| A | B |
|---|
| altruistic | unselfish, concerned with welfare of others |
| assent | to express agreement |
| dearth | scarcity, famine, inadequate supply |
| diffident | shy, lacking self-confidence |
| embark | to go aboard; to make a start |
| indomitable | unconquerable, refusing to yield |
| plod | to walk heavily or slowly |
| repose | to rest; lie, place; relaxtion |
| truculent | fierce and cruel; aggressive |
| virulent | extremely poisonous |
