| A | B |
| aptitude | inherent ability |
| brandish | move or swing back and forth |
| disdain | lack of respect accompanied by intense dislike |
| engross | to occupy wholly |
| exasperation | a tiring effort to the point of exhaustion |
| imperious | proud and haughty;arrogant |
| meticulous | to be precise and careful with details |
| pristine | unspoiled or pure;uncorrupted |
| recuperate | restore to good health or strength |
| swagger | to walk in a bragging or conceited way |