The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."

The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for fraud is "trick.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

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 frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct."

The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."