The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for aesthete is "person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."

The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for manifest is "Obvious."

The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for negate is "To make invalid.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

The definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation." Used in a sentence: The windstorm caused such turmoil in the lake that the sailboat capsized. The definition for futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."