| A | B |
| abate | intensify, increase, magnify, wax |
| adulation | ridicule, derision, scron, odium |
| anathema | benediction, blessing |
| astute | obtuse, doltish, empty-headed, dumb |
| culpable | blameless, innocent, laudable, meritorious |
| dilatory | prompt, punctual, speedy, expeditious |
| egregious | unnoticeable, paltry, piddling |
| equivoacte | to speak one's mind plainly |
| evanescent | everlasting, immortal, imperishable |
| irresolute | determind, decisive, unwavering |
| nebulous | definite, distinct, clear, sharply focused |
| novice | veteran, past master, pro, expert |
| penury | affluence, abundance, luxury, opulence |
| pretentious | unassuming, unaffected, modest |
| slovenly | neat, tidy, careful, meticulous |
| torpid | energetic, dynamic, vigorous |
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