The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness."

The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."

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 buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."