The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for composed is "calm.", the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger.", and the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct."

The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for repentant is "feeling regret.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

The definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity." Used in a sentence: Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

The definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time." Used in a sentence: Even though I forgot his birthday, I hoe my father accepts my belated card. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."