| A | B |
|---|
| atrocity | an extremely wicked, brutal, or cruel act; something very bad or unpleasent |
| audition | a trial or hearing for a performer |
| lag | a falling behind; the amount by which someone or somthing is behind; an interval |
| misapprehension | a wrong idea, misunderstanding |
| optimist | one who expects things to turn out for the best |
| supplement | something added to complete a thing or make up for lack; a section added to a book or document |
| surge | a powerful forward rush |
| trait | a quality or characteristic; a distinguishing feature |
| allegiance | the loyalty or obligation oqwed to a government, nation, cause, etc. |
| replica | a copy, close reproduction |
| sanctuary | a sacred or holy place; refuge or protection from capture or punidhment; a place of refuge or protection |
| taskmaster | one whos job is to assign work for other; one who uses his or her power to make people work very hard |
| upheaval | a sudden, violent upward movement; great disorder or radical change |
| tally | a total or score |
