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 compulsion is "an irresistible impulse.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for prudent is "marked by wisdom, shrewd.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

The definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp." Used in a sentence: The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for deferment is "the act of delaying.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."

The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."