The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

The definition for redouble is "To make twice as great." Used in a sentence: As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language."

The definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive." Used in a sentence: Felicia's servile attitude annoyed her boss, who preferred an assistant with more backbone. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."