| A | B |
| adamant | unyielding in attitude or opinion |
| boost | lift by pushing up from below |
| concede | admit grudgingly |
| device | something devised on constructed for a particular purpose |
| estimate | calculate approximately |
| extraction | origin, birth, ancestry, descent, lineage |
| foreboding | strong inner conviction of a coming misfortune |
| immaterial | of no consequence |
| impetus | driving force |
| induce | move someone to do something |
| legendary | fabled in legend or tradition |
| notorious | widely but unfavorable known |
| obstruct | block or close off by obstacles |
| opportune | especially right or suitable |
| plummet | drop or fall sharpley and abruptly |
| repulse | drive back; beat back |
| stamina | physical or moral strength to withstand hardship |
| subjugate | bring under complete control |
| unwavering | not fluctuating or hesitant |
| venture | risky or dangerous undertaking |