A “vocation” is an occupation, a job, or a career. To provide further guidance, a "diatribe" is an angry speech; "admonish" means to tell off, to condemn; "quarantine" is where something or someone is placed in isolation to prevent a disease from spreading.

A “pathogen” is an agent of disease, typically either a virus or bacteria. To provide further help, an “antibody” is something naturally produced by the body to fight off pathogens; a “paramedic” is someone who responds to the scene of an accident to aid those who have been injured and rush them to the hospital. 

The word "synopsis" means a brief description of the events in a story or the important parts of something. The best choice is "summary," which means a brief and comprehensive description of something. Considering the other choices, "penchant" means a strong preference, "execrable" means disgusting, and "aftermath" means the result or reaction to some event.

An “epigram” is a concise, witty saying which is most similar in definition to “axiom.” To provide further help, a “motif” is a repeated design or theme; the “thesis” is where the main argument of an essay is stated; “sarcastic” means ironic, mocking; “dialogue” means conversation between two people. 

"Apathy" is a lack of interest in something. The best choice is "disinterest" because it means a lack of interest. Considering the other choices, a "street" is a roadway, "apply" means make use of or submit a request, and "absent" means not present or gone.

“Avarice” is wanting more material wealth than you need, or "greed." As for the other answer choices, “sloth” is laziness; “envy” is jealousy or wanting something that someone else has; “warmth,” when used to describe a person, means open-heartedness, kindness and affection; and “generosity” means kindness in giving liberally.

Your “incentive” for doing something is your reasons or "motivation" for acting in that way. As for the other answer choices, “resolve” means determination to pursue a difficult challenge despite obstacles; “discretion” means tact or caution regarding secrets; "scarcity” means rarity or state of having less of something that is desired or needed; and “abundance" means plenty or great quantity.

“Alacrity” means energetic enthusiasm or "eagerness." As for the other answer choices, “desperation” means reckless despair; “bewilderment” means confusion; “hospitality” means being welcoming to guests and treating them well; and “competition” means a game, often a serious one, in which only one person or team can win.

The "ambiance" of a place is its general look and character, or its "atmosphere." As for the other answer choices, an “entrance” is where you can walk into a place; “administration” means the people in charge of running a company or government or the task of keeping such a group running smoothly; a “delegation” is representatives from some group of people; and "horticulture” is the study of growing plants.

“Bliss” is another word for intense happiness, or euphoria, so "happiness" is the correct answer choice. As for the other answer choices, a “disaster” is a terrible thing that happens; “pride” is feeling good about yourself or something you have done; a “celebration” is a festival or party to mark a special occasion; a “gathering” is a get-together, or an act of people coming together.