| A | B |
| altruistic | (adj.) unselfish, concerned with the welfare of others |
| assent | (v.) to express agreement; (n.) agreement |
| benefactor | (n.) one who does good to others |
| chivalrous | (adj.) marked by honor, fairness, courtesy, and courage |
| clemency | (n.) mercy, humaneness; mildness, moderateness |
| dearth | (n.) a lack, scarcity, inadequate supply |
| diffident | (adj.) shy, lacking self-confidence |
| discrepancy | (n.) a difference; a lack of agreement |
| embark | (v.) to go abroad; to make a start |
| facile | (adj.) easily done or attained; superficial |
| indomitable | (adj.) unconquerable, refusing to yield |
| infallible | (adj.) free from error; absolutely dependable |
| plod | (v.) to trudge, walk heavily |
| pungent | (adj.) causing a sharp sensation; stinging, biting |
| remiss | (adj.) neglectful in performance of one's duty, careless |
| repose | (v.) to rest; (n.) sleep, relaxation |
| temerity | (n.) rashness, boldness |
| truculent | (adk.) fierce and cruel, harsh; aggressive |
| unfeigned | (adj.) sincere, real, without pretense |
| virulent | (adj.) extremely poisonous; full of malice, spiteful |