| A | B |
| aperture | n. an opening or hole |
| cache | (n.) a hiding or storage palce, especially for food or valuables 2. anything hidden or stored in such a place |
| combustible | adj. capable of catching fire or burning |
| delegate | n. a person appointed to act on behalf of others; a representative |
| inclement | adj.1. stormy 2. harsh; not merciful |
| indelible | adj. not able to be erased; permanent |
| malady | n. a sickness or unhealthy condition |
| memoir | n. an account based on the author's personal experiences |
| paramount | adj. most important; chief |
| rectify | v. to correct or adjust |
| requisite | adj. required; necessary n. something that is required or necessary |
| squeamish | adj. easily made to feel upset or sick to the stomach |
| tract | n. an area of land or water 2. a system of organs in the body that performs some function together 3. a pamphlet, often expressing religious or political ideas |
| tribulation | n. great trouble or suffering |
| vignette | n. a short sketch that provides a clear picture |