| A | B |
|---|
| to be confused or puzzled mentally | mystify |
| readily or plainly seen, heard, perceived; capable of being touched or felt | palpable |
| to hide funds or supplies, store or carefully guard for future use | hoard |
| to arouse the curiosity or interest of by unusual, new, or otherwise fascinating or compelling qualities; appeal strongly to | intrigue |
| boldly resistant or challenging | defiant |
| the state of holding firmly or closely; the act of carrying out a plan, scheme, or operation without deviation | adherence |
| deep and painful regret for wrongdoing | remorse |
| an inherent ability for learning a certain thing; readiness or quickness in learning | aptitude |
| the act or instance of speaking the same words | unison |
| leading, important or well-known; standing out so as to be seen easily | prominent |
| anxious, fearful or uneasy about something that might happen in the future | apprehensive |
| deeply agitated, as from emotional conflict | distraught |
| moved to or showing sudden, impatient irritation, esp. over some trifling annoyance | petulantly |
| marked by contemplation or meditation; thoughtful | reflective |
| of no recognizable, definite, or particular type or color | nondescript |
| to persuade or attempt to persuade by use of flattery or artful deception; charmed | wheedle |
| to criticize severely; to punish, especially by corporal punishment; rebuke | chastise |
| a violation of a law, a command, or a duty; to exceed the established limits | transgression |
| to feed and protect; help to grow or develop | nurture |
| to feel or express worry, annoyance, discontent; to upset oneself | fret |
