| A | B |
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| antagonist | n - someone who opposes another; an adversary |
| detriment | n - a disadvantage; a loss |
| drone (v) | to speak in a monotonous tone |
| drone (n) | a person who does menial, tedious work; a continuous, dull sound |
| drudgery | n - tedious, wearisome work |
| horizontal | adj - parallel to the horizon; level |
| hypocrite | n - a person who does not practice the beliefs or opinions that he or she professes |
| insubordinate | adj - defiant to authority; disobedient; rebellious |
| mentor | n - a wise, trusted counselor or advisor |
| oration | n - an elaborate, formal speech |
| retract | v - to draw back or in; to disavow a belief or statement |
| scamper | v - to run lightly and hurriedly |
| sanctuary | n - a place of refuge or safety; a sacred place |
| solace (n) | comfort amid sorrow or trouble |
| solace (v) | to comfort; to console |
| somber | adj - dismal; bleak |
| zenith | n - the highest point; the peak |
