| A | B |
| retreating | in the process of going backward, especially from something danderous or unpleasant |
| comeuppance | a punishment that one deserves |
| groused | complained or grumbled |
| enamored | captivated by unreasonable fondness |
| avail | an advantage in the accomplishment of a goal |
| oblivious | lacking awareness |
| aloof | indifferent; without sympathy |
| disconcerting | upsetting the confidence of |
| blithe | carefree and lighthearted |
| plethora | overabundance; excess |
| impede | to obstruct the progress of |