| A | B |
|---|
| defensive | resisting attack; protective |
| diverse | variable; composed of different ethnic groups or classes |
| exploited | selfishly used for profit or gain |
| presume | assume; suppose; take for granted |
| disdain | hatred; contempt; scorn |
| enthralled | captivated; charmed |
| flaunted | paraded; boldly displayed |
| gala | special; festive |
| cowering | crouching in fear or shame |
| decrepit | weak from old age; feeble; infirm |
| exclusive | friendly with few if any people; extremely private |
| hefted | lifted; hoisted |
| loafing | lounging lazily or idly |
| methodically | systematically; in an organized way |
| resentful | full of annoyance; bitter |
| sufficient | adequate; enough |
| wheezed | breathed with difficulty; made a whistling sound while breathing |
| array | a large number or quantity |
| cooed | murmured softly; gave comfort |
| retort | a sharp, witty, or severe reply |
| stagnant | foul and stale from sitting; not flowing |
| trappings | ornamental articles of dress or equipment |
| intrusion | the act of bringing in without invitation or permission; invasion |
| morality | rightness; ethics |
| render | make; demonstrate; show |
