The definition for stern is "Harsh, severe." Used in a sentence: The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."

The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing." Used in a sentence: Tom, who had taken the placebo, found that his allergy symptoms did not go away. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."

The definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding." Used in a sentence: His incredible perception made him the best detective on the force. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."

The definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example." Used in a sentence: Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."