| A | B |
| appalling | causing horror, shock, or dismay |
| myriad | an indefinitely great or vast number |
| contagious | easily spread from person to person |
| epidemic | a sudden, widespread outbreak, usually of an infectious disease |
| eminent | high in rank or reputation; distinguished |
| intentional | done on purpose; planned; deliberate |
| ruthless | merciless; without pity; cruel |
| probable | likely to be true or to happen |
| romantic | fanciful or unrealistic; having to do with love or adventure |
| picturesque | ideal in appearance; strikingly vivid; charming to look at |