| Term | Definition |
| eccentric | departing form the established norm, model, or rule |
| intimidation | threats |
| pronouncements | authoritative statements |
| compromise | settlement of differences in which concessions are made |
| evasion | act of avoiding |
| tormenting | pestering; harassing |
| teetered | moved unsurely in a see-sawing motion |
| entrusted | given over to another for care or protection |
| isolate | to seperate from the group; set apart |
| acquainted | made familiar with |
| inconspicious | not readily noticable |
| peril | danger |
| contradict | to go against |
| inaudible | unable to be heard |
| acquired | obtained |
| extract | to forcibly draw forth; pull out |
| pensive | thoughtful |
| antagonize | incur the dislike of someone; counteract |
| defendant | person against whom an action is brought |
| encumbered | hindered |
| indulge | to allow oneselt a special pleasure |
| subtlety | something not obvious |
| fraud | deliberate deception for unfair or unlawful gain |
| subsequent | coming after |
| pauper | poor person |
| inevitable | unavoidable; bound to happen |
| allegedly | supposedly; believed to be so but not yet proved |
| assessment | evaluation |
| inconveniences | things that cause trouble, lack of ease, or difficulty |