| A | B |
|---|
| mirage | unreal reflection, an optical illusion |
| balm | something that soothes, heals or comforts, an oil or oitment |
| chasm | a deep opening in the earth's surface, a gorge, or differences of opinions, interests, loyalties |
| aftermath | events following some occurrence, a consequence of |
| edifice | a building especially one of imposing size or appearance |
| quirk | a peculiarity of behavior, an unaccountable act or event |
| plight | a condition or situation, especially a distressing one |
| phobia | a persistent, illogical fear |
| cache | hiding place or the objects hidden in the hiding place |
| dilemma | a difficult situation where one must choose between two or more choices that seem unfavorabe; any problem or predicament |
