| A | B |
| obverse | being a counterpart or complement |
| placard | a notice placed in a public place |
| gaunt | being thin and angular |
| paradoxical | state of being contrary to common sense yet seems to be true |
| surging | rising suddenly to an abnormal or excessive level |
| gentility | the qualities of a well-bred person; good birth and family |
| cajole | to persuade or coax especially with flattery or false promises |
| subjugate | to conquer and bring under control; subdue |
| ubiquitous | existing or being everywhere at the same time |
| raiment | clothing |
| chicanery | trickery; deception |
| anecdote | a brief story of an interesting, amusing, or biographical incident |
| spurious | not genuine; false |
| absolution | the act of absolving one of one's sin |
| approbation | approval |
| acrimony | harsh or bitter langauge or feeling |
| tedious | tiresome due to length or dullness |
| certitude | the state of being or feeling certain |
| acquiescent | attitude of acceptance or submission |
| defunct | no longer useful or existing; dead |
| cognizance | awareness; comprehension |
| nefarious | very wicked; evil |