| A | B |
| allege | to state as a fact but without offering proof |
| alleged | claimed to be true |
| allegation | something that is alleged |
| conclusive | putting an end to doubt; convincing |
| counterpart | a person or thing that is similar to another |
| dismal | dark or extremely gloomy |
| dismal | causing misery or sadness; depressing |
| enthrall | to hold the attention of as though under a spell |
| enthralling | having the power to enthrall |
| exotic | fascinating because of being very different from the ordinary |
| incredulous | doubtful; skeptical |
| incredulous | showing disbelief |
| incredulity | doubt or disbelief |