| A | B |
|---|
| purport | (v) to claim to be or do something; (n) the apparent purpose or main idea of something |
| demeanor | (n) outward behavior; manner of conduct; bearing |
| syndicate | (n) a group of persons or companies united to carry out some enterprise or business; (v) to form an association to carry out a common enterprise |
| abashed | (v) to make uneasy or ashamed; to embarrass |
| guise | (n) outward appearance; a costume; a style of dress |
| occult | (adj) relating to matters beyond ordinary knowledge or understanding; secret; (n) the supernatural |
| auspicious | (adj) marked by signs of success or good fortune; favorable |
| immemorial | (adj) reaching beyond the bounds of memory; extremely old |
| deference | (n) a yielding in judgment, opinion, or wishes to another; courteous respect or regard |
| sartorial | (adj) relating to tailors or their work; pertaining to men's clothing or dress |
