| A | B |
| improve | to become better, or to make something better |
| chapped | sore, dry, cracked skin |
| cruel | deliberately hurting people or animals |
| content | happy or satisfied, or willing to do or accept something |
| comfort | to make someone feel less worried or unhappy, for example by saying kind words or giving someone a hug |
| groan | to make a long deep sound because you are in pain or are not happy about something |
| rely | to trust or depend on someone or something |
| loyal | always supporting a particular person, set of beliefs, or country |
| trembled | to shake because you are upset, afraid, or excited |
| sob | to cry while breathing in short sudden bursts |
| chuckle | to laugh quietly |
| avoid | to deliberately stay away from someone or something |
| discretion | the ability to be careful about what you say or do in a particular situation, so that you do not upset or embarrass people |
| sincere | honest and true |
| persistent | continuing to do something even though it is difficult or other people oppose it |
| essential | important and necessary |
| rumor | information that is passed from one person to another and which may not be true |
| ambitious | having a strong desire to be successful or powerful |
| appreciate | to be grateful for something |
| loneliness | unhappy because you are alone |