The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for accessible is "easy to reach or to approach.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."

The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. The definition for naive is "lacking worldy wisdom.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for combustion is "Act of burning."

The definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time." Used in a sentence: Even though I forgot his birthday, I hoe my father accepts my belated card. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for onset is "Beginning.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for clarity is "clearness.", the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech.", and the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary."