| A | B |
| currently | now or at the present time |
| vast | very large in number or area |
| convert | change from one form or use into another |
| reuse | use again |
| efficient | works well; does not waste time or energy |
| inefficient | person or thing doesn't work well and wastes time or energy |
| discourteous | not courteous, disrespectful or rude |
| hunch | bend body into hump; a feeling |
| suit | something that is right for you or meets your needs |
| ethical | right according to society's beliefs |
| unethical | wrong according to society's beliefs |
| desirable | worth having or wishing for |
| regulate | control or manage through laws or rules |
| influence | affect the way someone develops behaves, or thinks |
| consume | buy and use products |
| consumer | a person who consumes |
| clank | short , loud sound |
| rustle | make a soft brushing sound |
| interact | talk or work with people |
| academic | having to do with school, studying, or learning |
| get on board | accept or go along with |
| dependent | relying on someone or something for support |
| independent | relying on self |
| device | tool, machine, or piece of equipment |
| preteen | boy or girl before he/she becomes a teenager |
| procedure | way to do something, steps |
| sequence | series of events or objects in order |
| indicate | point out or show |
| supreme | best or highest in quality |
| hair-raising | exciting, thrilling, or terrifying |
| priority | something that is more important or urgent than other things |
| resolve | find an answer or solution to a problem |
| compel | force |
| comply | do what you are asked to do |
| clash | fight or argue |
| squander | carelessly wasting money, time, or opportunity |
| defenseless | without defense helpless, or unprotected |
| exert | working hard |
| indicate | a sign of or to point out |
| prejudice | unfair opinion of someone based on the person's race religion, or other characteristics |
| drastic | harsh, extreme, very severe |
| befuddled | completely confused |
| heartless | without heart, cruel |
| quality | special characteristic or feature or a person's character |
| deliberately | intentionally or on purpose |
| injustice | situation in which people are treated very unfairly |
| dwelling | place where someone lives |
| deteriorate | become worse |
| vivid | sharp and clear |
| wide-eyed | with eyes wide open, you are amazed or surprised |
| restore | bring something back to its original condition |
| supporter | someone who supported or helps |
| on pins and needles | very nervous or uneasy |
| preposterous | ridiculous or very silly or foolish |
| breathtaking | extremely impressive, exciting, or surprising |
| momentous | very important or meaningful |
| mystify | confuse, bewilder, or puzzle |
| dilapidated | old, broken, and in very bad condition |
| cantankerous | grouchy or disagreeable |
| disposition | mood, or way you act |
| lose your nerve | lose courage |
| trickle | small amount |
| vexed | irritated or annoyed |
| significant | very important or noticeable |
| insignificant | not very important or noticeable |
| intrigue | fascinate or stir up curiosity |
| cluster | stand or grow close together |
| grotesque | ugly or strange in a way that is unpleasant or frightening |
| throng | large crowd of people |
| plummet | fall suddenly and very quickly from a high place |
| lurch | lean or roll suddenky forward or to one side |
| impact | violent collision or the forceful striking of one thing against another |
| billow | swell out or puff up |
| engrossed | so interested in something you do't notice anything else |