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 recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

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 incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

The definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble." Used in a sentence: Jonah regretted entangling Parker in his legal difficulties. The definition for epitaph is "brief statement honoring a dead person.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."

The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for antidote is "something that relieves or counteracts.", the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."