| A | B |
| impunity | freedom from punishment, harm, or bad consequences |
| accost | to approach and speak to, especially in an aggressive manner |
| explicit | definitely stated; clearly expressed |
| implore | to ask earnestly; beg |
| preclude | to prevent; make impossible |
| careen | to tilt or sway while moving, as if out of control |
| serene | clam; peaceful; indisturbed |
| infallibility | the state of being incapable of making an error |
| blighted | damaged or spoiled |
| doggedness | steady persistence; stubbornness |
| reiterate | to say or do again; repeat |
| precariously | dangerously; insecurely |