| A | B |
| dictum | n. An authoritative declaration |
| unsullied | adj. 1. Spotlessly clean and fresh 2. (of reputation) free from blemishes |
| vapid | adj. 1. Lacking taste or flavour or tang. 2. Lacking significance or liveliness or spirit or zest |
| predilection | n. 1. A predisposition in favour of something 2. A strong liking |
| nebulous | adj. 1. Lacking definite form or limits 2. Lacking definition or definite content |
| foray | n. 1. An initial attempt (especially outside your usual areas of competence) 2. A sudden short attack (usually into enemy territory) |
| condescend | v. 1. Do something that one considers to be below one's dignity. |
| vexation | n. 1. Anger produced by some annoying irritation 2. The psychological state of being irritated or annoyed |
| mortification | n. Strong feelings of embarrassment |
| sojourn | n. A temporary stay (e.g., as a guest) v. Spend a certain length of time; reside temporarily |