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 futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."

The definition for combustion is "Act of burning." Used in a sentence: Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush. The definition for repel is "to resist, reject.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive."