The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."

The definition for aerate is "To supply with air." Used in a sentence: Every spring, Soloman used his tiller to aerate the compact soil. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."

The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."