| A | B |
|---|
| abstinence | deliberate self-restraint |
| bane | a cause of death of ruin |
| callous | emotionally hardened or unfeeling |
| dearth | a scarce supply |
| ebullient | enthusiastic, lively |
| facilitate | to make easier |
| garish | flashy, tastelessly loud and brightly colored |
| illicit | not permitted by custom or law |
| jaded | weary, worn out |
| magnanimous | noble and generous in spirit |
| nebulous | hazy, vague, or confused; lacking defined form |
| oblivious | forgetful; unaware |
| patronize | to treat condescendingly |
| quell | to put down forcibly |
| sagacious | insightful and wise |
| tact | sensitivity in dealing with others |
| unassuming | not showy or arrogant; modest; plain |
| venerate | to respect |
| voluble | characterized by ready and rapid speech |
| amiable | friendly |
