The definition for onset is "Beginning." Used in a sentence: Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."

The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

The definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight." Used in a sentence: The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

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 belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."