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Bantering (n.) ridicule (good natured) — Even his bantering was considered offensive.
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Broach (v.) open up discussion — The parents of the boy did not even broach the issue of marriage with Reena.
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Bereft (adj.) deprived of, lacking — Bereft of wealth and honour, he died miserable death.
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Benefactor (n.) gift giver, patron — Lord Chesterfield did not prove benefactor to Dr. Johnson in the long run.
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Benediction (n.) blessing, boon — The benediction of the elders should always be valued more than anything else.
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Bleak (adj.) dismal, gloomy — Khyber Pass is bleak throughout the year.
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Bonanza (n.) windfall, sudden gain — The legacy left by his uncle proved bonanza for him and his family.
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Belittle (v.) disparage, underestimate — Our adversaries always try to belittle our success.
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Bellicose (adj.) warlike, militant, belligerent — Pakistan must adopt bellicose approach with regard to her security problems.
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Bereavement (n.) death of near and dear one — On account of bereavement in the family, he did not attend office for days together.
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Bigotry (n.) fanaticism — Pakistanis are always shocked at the bigotry and narrow mindedness of other races.
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Berate (v.) scold strongly — The father berated his son for being negligent in his study.
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Beneficiary (n.) person entitled to benefits — Those living below poverty-line are the beneficiary of this scheme.
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Betroth (v.) engaged to marry — She was betrothed to her fiance last month.
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Bid (n.) effort, order, auction — He was caught while making a bid on her life.
