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 preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."

The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for raucous is "noisy, rowdy.", the definition for flaw is "An imperfection.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."

The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for repel is "to resist, reject.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd."

The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."