| A | B | 
| arrogant | behaving in a proud, unpleasant way, showing little thought for other people | 
| sufficient | enough for a particular purpose; as much as you need | 
| numismatist | a coin collector | 
| abrasive | harsh or rough in manner | 
| tedious | boring; dull | 
| consult | to go to somebody or something for information to help you make a decision or to get permission | 
| alienate | to turn away feelings or affections | 
| fate | the power that is believed to control everything that happens and that cannot be stopped or changed | 
| lackadaisical | not showing enough care or enthusiasm | 
| pensive | dreamily thoughtful; reflective; meditative |