| A | B |
|---|
| ruefully | mournful; regretful |
| filigree | fancy silver work "describing the hornbook" |
| pivot | a central member part |
| monotonous | broing, unvaried tone |
| decorum | acting properly, proper behavior |
| blasphemy | gerat disrespect shown to God or to sacred things |
| haughtiness | too proud |
| meager | falling short of what is normal, necessary |
| rankled | to cause bitterness, angered |
| provocatively | mild flirting, alluring |
| imposing | massive, impressive because of size |
| buoyant | ability to float |
| blithely | happy light hearted, merry |
| eluded | to avoid or escape taking responsibility |
| sepulcher | tomb, place to bury |
| timorous | lacking courage or self confidence |
| tangible | able to be touched |
| insubordination | unwilling to submit authority |
| menial | to do by hand suitable for servants |
| docile | easily taught, led or managed |
