The definition for stern is "Harsh, severe." Used in a sentence: The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."

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 preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for clarity is "clearness.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for elusive is "hard to grasp.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."

The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for composed is "calm.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."