| A | B |
|---|
| intrigued | fascinated |
| defiant | deliberately disobedient |
| adherence | the condition of following strictly; devotion |
| aptitude | a natural ability for something |
| petulantly | unreasonably irritable |
| remorse | a strong feeling of guilt or regret |
| chastisement | punishment for misbehavior |
| indulgent | liberal or lenient treatment |
| reprieve | postponement of punishment |
| exuberant | high spirits; lively; joyous |
| meticulously | extremely concerned with details; usually very neat and organized |
| disposition | one's usual mood or attitude |
| prestige | prominence; influential status |
| conspicuous | easy to notice; obvious |
| admonition | mild criticism |
| obsolete | no longer in use |
| solace | comfort in sorrow or distress |
| ecstatic | in a state of great joy or delight |
| vigilant | alert; watchful |
| tentatively | not definite |
