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 insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."

The definition for salvage is "To save from ruin." Used in a sentence: After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage. The definition for inviolable is "secure from assault of trespass.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding."

The definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles." Used in a sentence: The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language."

The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."