The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

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 exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

The definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic." Used in a sentence: The gargantuan monster towered over the ten–story bulding. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example."