| A | B |
|---|
| benediction | a prayer asking for God’s blessing, usually at the end of a service |
| automaton | somebody who resembles a machine by obeying instructions automatically, performing repetitive actions or showing no emotion |
| apathy | lack of interest in anything or the absence of any wish to do anything; lack of enthusiasm or energy |
| vigilance | watchfulness, attention |
| embarkation | going on board a ship or aircraft |
| inert | not moving or able to move |
| dregs | the last remaining and often least attractive part of something |
| robust | strong, healthy, and hardy in constitution |
| plaintive | expressing sadness or sounding sad |
| summons | an authoritative demand to appear at a particular place for a particular purpose |
| spasmodically | in an uneven manner, prone to sudden bursts of energy |
| visionary | characterized by unreal or fanciful ideas |
| avidly | in an eager, dedicated, or enthusiastic manner |
| monochrome | using or displaying only shades of one color or black and white |
| reprieve | temporary relief |
