The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

The definition for heed is "To pay attention to." Used in a sentence: "Heed my advice," the fortuneteller warned Sebastian when he tried to ignore her prophecy. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."

The definition for raspy is "rough, grating." Used in a sentence: After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for repel is "To resist, reject."