The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for avian is "Relating to birds."

The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for civility is "politeness.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous."

The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

The definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable." Used in a sentence: Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

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 refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."