The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for trove is "Valuable collection.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

The definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing." Used in a sentence: Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends. The definition for advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for negate is "To make invalid.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

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 dubious is "questionable.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

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 sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person."