| A | B |
|---|
| ascertain | find out definitely; to determine |
| insipid | bland; uninteresting |
| relented | softened in feeling |
| writhing | twisting the body in pain |
| shrewd | astute/smart in practical matters |
| reconnaissance | initial search of an area |
| scrutinized | examined in detail with careful attention |
| culminated | reached the highest point or development |
| onslaught | onset, assault or attack |
| contemplate | think deeply about |
| femme fatale | attractive woman |
| deceptively | done in a sly, sneaky way |
| vehemently | done with strong feelings or emotions |
| alienated | left out; turned away |
| transformation | complete change |
| disclosure | act of making something known |
| federal offense | serious crime or wrongdoing |
| suave | smoothly agreeable |
| farcical | absurdly foolish |
| detonate | explode |
| insolent | bold; rude; disrespectful |
| defensively | in a protective manner |
| exhilarating | exciting |
| studious | inclined to study |
| contritely | with sincere regret |
