| A | B |
|---|
| abate | to reduce in amount, degree, or intensity; to lessen, diminish |
| affinity | a natural liking or attraction to something |
| ameliorate | to improve; to make or become better or more satisfactory |
| benevolent | expressing goodwill or kindly feelings; desiring to help others |
| conformist | person who conforms to the usual practices or standards |
| dubious | doubtful; of uncertain outcome; hesitating |
| ephemeral | lasting a very short time; short-lived; transitory |
| gregarious | fond of the company of others; sociable |
| inundate | to flood; cover or overspread with water; to overwhelm |
| juxtapose | to place close together, side by side, for comparison or contrast |
