The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

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 precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

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 raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp."

The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."