| A | B |
| benevolent | marked by a tendency to do good; generous |
| benign | having a kind disposition; not malignant |
| dilemma | choice of two undesirable alternatives |
| decorum | good taste in manners;appropriateness in behavior |
| cliché | a stereotypical expression |
| bleak | cheerless;dreary |
| complacency | satisfaction w/ oneself or one’s accomplishments |
| to attract and keep someone’s attention | captivate |
| candor | open honesty |
| being very noisy and out of control | boisterous |
| completely covering a subject | comprehensive |