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 extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for trove is "Valuable collection.", and the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile."

The definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd." Used in a sentence: Manny was happy she followed Greg's prudent advice to study, as the test was difficult. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

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 adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

The definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy." Used in a sentence: Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for deferment is "the act of delaying.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."