The definition for redouble is "To make twice as great." Used in a sentence: As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

The definition for stern is "Harsh, severe." Used in a sentence: The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."

The definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic." Used in a sentence: The gargantuan monster towered over the ten–story bulding. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

The definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion." Used in a sentence: Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."