| A | B |
|---|
| carbine | a lightweight rifle with a short barrel |
| confirmation | the act of establishing the validity of something |
| disparagement | the act of belittling someone or reducing his self-esteem |
| distillate | a liquid condensed from vapor; a purified form |
| horizon | the intersection of the earth and sky |
| judicious | having or exhibiting sound judgment |
| lucent | giving off light |
| luxurious | conductive to pleasure and comfort |
| precipitate | to cause to happen, often done prematurely |
| prophency | a prediction of the future |
| semblance | outward appearance which often belies or exxagerates the truth |
| transfigured | altered the outwars appearance of |
| visualize | to form a mental image of |
| assaults | violent attacks, either physical or verbal |
| clustered | gathered or grown closely together in bunches |
| contemptuous | showing open disrespect of willful disobedience |
| crevices | narrow cracks or openings |
| dignity | poise and self respect |
| extravagant | given in a lavish or excessive spending |
| hibiscus | tropical tree or shrub with large, showy, variously colored flowers |
| perplexed | confused or troubled by uncertainty or doubt |
