| A | B |
| adept (aj) | highly skilled or capable of performing some task |
| audacity (n) | boldness, rudeness, disregard for common courtesy |
| coerce (v) | to force someone to think or act in a certain way; to pressure someone into certain behavior |
| dubious (aj) | doubtful; questionable as to value, truthfulness, or honesty |
| facetious (aj) | humorous, funny |
| inept (aj) | lacking in skill or ability; awkward or clumbsy |
| incumbent (n) | the leader who currently holds a political office |
| incumbent (aj) | resting on someone as a duty or responsibility |
| oblivious (aj) | inattentive; unaware; clueless |
| scrutinize (v) | to examine or inspect something very carefully |
| mesmerize (v) | to fascinate; to hold one's attention completely |