| A | B |
|---|
| decree | an order having the force of law |
| maim | to cripple, injure, disable |
| vie | to compete; strive for victory |
| frivolous | not worthy of seriuos attention |
| epitaph | a brief statement written on a tomb or gravestone |
| aloof | withdrawn, standing apart from others. |
| tawdry | showy and flashy but lacking in good tast |
| nullify | to make of no value; cancel, wipeout |
| encroach | trespass |
| curt | short, rudly brief |
| ensue | to follow in order |
| bestow | to give as a gift |
| forlorn | totally abandond and helpless |
| kindred | a persons relatives |
| dregs | the last remaining part, part of leased worth |
