The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person.", and the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly."

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 inflammatory is "tending to excite anger.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."

The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for ecstatic is "overwhelmingly emotional.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for prominence is "importance.", the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."