The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."

The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

The definition for heed is "To pay attention to." Used in a sentence: "Heed my advice," the fortuneteller warned Sebastian when he tried to ignore her prophecy. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."

The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing."

The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for egotist is "self–important person.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."