| A | B |
| Abortive | failing in purpose; unsuccessful |
| ARROGATE | to lay claim without possessing the right to do so |
| CADAVER | a dead animal or human body |
| CEREBRAL | relating to the brain or intellect; appealing to the intellect |
| COMA | a state of profound unconsciousness caused by disease or injury |
| CONSANGUINITY | a relationship derived from a common ancestor |
| ghoul | a gruesome and revolting creature |
| infringe | to violate |
| lassitude | a feeling of weariness; listlessness |
| nadir | the lowest point |
| nuptials | a wedding ceremony |
| onus | something that must be bourne; a burdon |
| protocol | a correct code of conduct; etiquette |
| refractory | failing to yield to treatment; hard to manage |
| sanguine | of a healthy red color; cheerful and optimistic |