The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for clairvoyance is "ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for negate is "To make invalid."

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 flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

The definition for derivative is "Lacking originality." Used in a sentence: Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture. The definition for gruff is "rough or stern in manner or speech.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."

The definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder." Used in a sentence: Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."

The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for heed is "to pay attention to.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."