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 flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty."

The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."

The definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive." Used in a sentence: Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary."

The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."