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 inflammatory is "tending to excite anger.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for deferment is "the act of delaying.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

The definition for manifest is "Obvious." Used in a sentence: James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose. The definition for oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."