The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse."

The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

The definition for redouble is "To make twice as great." Used in a sentence: As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field. The definition for interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

The definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly." Used in a sentence: The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people."