| A | B |
| scrutiny | (n) a close, careful look |
| cascade | (n) an abundant flow; waterfall |
| prudence | (n) caution; carefulness |
| depreciate | (v) to lessen the value of |
| coveted | (adj) greatly desired |
| falter | (v) to lose courage; to stumble |
| agile | (adj) able to move with ease |
| illuminate | (v) to make aware; shed light on |
| ardent | (adj) excited; enthusiastic |
| ravages | (n) damage; wreckage |