| A | B |
| bemuse | V to confuse or to bewilder |
| equilibrium | N a state of balance between opposing forces (poise) |
| Ethos | N the distinguishing character or values of a specific people or culture |
| Explicate | V to explain or to clarify the meaning |
| Impudent | ADJ disrespectful, characterized by improper, bold behavior |
| Interred | ADJ buried |
| Lionize | V to treat one with importance or as a celebrity |
| Pedestrian | ADJ ordinary, unimaginative |
| Polarization | N division into two opposite positions |
| Rejoinder | N an answer to a reply |
| Restive | ADJ unwilling to yield or adjust (stubborn, contrary) |
| Revile | V to subject to verbal abuse (berate, scold) |
| Revulsion | N a strong feeling of disgust or repungance |
| sever | V to cut or to separate (to divorce) |
| whim | N a sudden and impulsive action |