| A | B |
|---|
| schism | the division of a group into opposing factions |
| prate | to talk excessively and pointlessly; babble |
| beleaguer | to surround or beset, as with troubles |
| cabal | a secret or exclusive set of people; clique |
| ogle | to eye; look or stare at |
| vapid | without liveliness or spirit; dull or tedious |
| mainstay | a person or thing that acts as a chief support or part |
| covet | to wish for, especially eagerly |
| maladroit | showing or characterized by clumsiness |
| buttress | to give encouragement or support to (a person, plan, etc.) |
| collaborate | to work, one with another; cooperate |
| pretentious | characterized by assumption of dignity or importance, especially when exaggerated or undeserved |
| nuance | a subtle difference in color, meaning, tone, etc. |
| contemplate | to look at or view with continued attention; observe or study thoughtfully |
| uncouth | awkward, clumsy, or unmannerly |
| feint | a mock attack or movement designed to distract an adversary |
| harry | to harass, annoy, or prove a nuisance to by or as if by repeated attacks |
| circumspect | watchful and discreet; cautious; prudent |
| mercenary | working or acting merely for money or other reward |
| quail | to lose heart or courage in difficulty or danger; shrink with fear |
| prolific | profusely productive or fruitful |
| apex | the highest point |
| dote | to bestow or express excessive love or fondness habitually |
| combative | eager or ready to fight, argue, etc.; agressive |
| solidarity | union or fellowship arising from common responsibilities and interests, as between members of a group or between classes, peoples, etc. |
