1. animadvert—A: speak out against something. B: advertise through word of mouth. C: use a gentle tone.
2. parry—A: repeat. B: wonder aloud. C: skilfully evade a question.
3. asseverate—A: declare emphatically. B: make a counterargument. C: insult viciously.
—A: whine. B: grudgingly admit. C: explain a
