The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for surplus is "excess.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for civility is "politeness.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

The definition for corrective is "Intended to correct." Used in a sentence: The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

The definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something." Used in a sentence: Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language."