| A | B |
|---|
| aesthetic | appealing to sense of beauty |
| eclectic | choosing from a variety of souces |
| enigma | a puzzle; a riddle |
| anomalous | away from general rule; out of place |
| caustic/vitriolic | biting; stinging; cutting; scathing |
| paradox | a contradictory statement |
| reprimand/castigate | scold sharply |
| alleviate/mitigate/mollify/assuage/pacify | to relieve or lessen effect |
| tirade/diatribe | sharp criticism/ bitter speech |
| insightful/discerning/perspicacious | very perceptive; astute; penetrating |
| laud/extol/acclaim | to praise |
| brusque/curt | blunt in manner of speech; rude speech |
