| aloof | apart; reserved |
| altruistic | unselfishly generous |
| ambiguous | unclear in meaning |
| alleviate | take away; relieve |
| adulation | admiration; flattery |
| adversity | difficulties; obstacles |
| acclaim | applaud; praise |
| affable | friendly |
| aesthetic | of or pertaining to beauty |
| adversary | opponent |
| abstract | not concrete; can't touch |
| acquiesce | agree without protest |
| affirmation | confirmation |
| advocate | urge; plead for |
| acknowledge | recognize |