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 fragile is "delicate.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."

The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for nurture is "To further the development of.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance." Used in a sentence: Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart. The definition for epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for garish is "Offensively bright."

The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

The definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts." Used in a sentence: Veronique found that listening to French music was an antidote for her homesickness. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom."