The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for iridescent is "having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

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 gravity is "importance, significance.", the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for repel is "to resist, reject.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

The definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity." Used in a sentence: The turpitude of the villain in the movie offended most audiences. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for nurture is "To further the development of.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."