The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for prominence is "importance.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."

The definition for regale is "To amuse." Used in a sentence: My clever brother Jeffrey regaled the dinner guests with tales of his adventures. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for fraud is "Trick."

The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

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 insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."