The definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive." Used in a sentence: Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

The definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless." Used in a sentence: The impatient Zoe found the longwinded lecture interminable. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."