The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

The definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion." Used in a sentence: Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude. The definition for eulogy is "speech or writing in praise of deceased.", the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

The definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply." Used in a sentence: The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."