The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for indecorous is "in bad taste.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."

The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

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 exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example."

The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

The definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts." Used in a sentence: Veronique found that listening to French music was an antidote for her homesickness. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."