| A | B |
| competent | adj. capable; good enough |
| fundamental | adj. forming a basis; basic, necessary; primary or most important; n. essential part; that which serves as a basis |
| efficiency | n. the ability to do something without wasting time or energy; effectiveness |
| prestige | n. a reputation based on ability, achievement, or associations; the power to impress; status |
| futile | adj. hopeless; useless |
| substantial | adj. strong; solid; large; of considerable size, weight, or value; important; filling |
| recognition | n. awareness of someone or something known before; gratitude; approval |
| economical | adj. avoiding waste; thrifty |
| compensates | adj. to pay; to make up for |
| relinquish | v. to give up an idea or right |