| A | B |
|---|
| assert | to say firmly; to declare |
| avert | to turn away |
| docile | well behaved |
| nimble | able to move quickly and easily |
| plight | difficult or dangerous condition or situation |
| vigilant | watchful; ready for danger |
| aquatic | growing or living in water |
| bleak | without much help |
| blithe | cheerful; carefree |
| dwindle | to keep on becoming less |
| lethal | causing or capable of causing death |
| monitor | to watch closely & frequently |
| mutilate | to hurt or damage |
| ponderous | heavy and slow moving |
| verge | an edge, border; or brink |
