| A | B |
| antics | ridiculous behavior or actions |
| avowed | declared openly and without shame |
| banter | exchange playful remarks, tease |
| bountiful | plentiful, abundantly |
| congested | overcrowded, filled to excess |
| detriment | harm or loss; injury, damage |
| durable | sturdy; not easily worn out or destroyed |
| enterprising | energetic, willing to start something new |
| frugal | economical, avoiding waste and luxury |
| gingerly | extreme care or caution |
| glut | provide more than is needed or wanted, oversupply |
| incognito | in a disguised state |
| invalidate | take away all force or effect |
| legendary | described in well-known stories; existing in old stories (legends) rather than in real life |
| maim | to cripple |
| minimize | to make as small as possible |
| oblique | slanting or sloping |
| veer | to change direction or course |
| venerate | look up to with great respect |
| wanton | reckless, loose in morals |