| A | B |
| loquacious | (adj) talkative; fond of talking |
| nuance | (n) a subtle or slight variation (as in color, meaning, quality); or shade of difference |
| predecessor | (n) former occupant of a post or job |
| presumptuous | (adj) arrogant; taking liberties; conceited |
| prevalent | (adj) widespread; generally accepted |
| repudiate | (v) to disown; to disavow |
| solemnity | (n) seriousness; gravity |
| sordid | 9adj) wretchedly poor; run-down, mean or selfish |
| unobtrusive | (adj) inconspicuous; not blatant |
| viable | (adj) capable of living or developing under normal circumstances; usable; workable |