The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."

The definition for equitable is "Fair and equal." Used in a sentence: The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters. The definition for indecorous is "in bad taste.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."

The definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable." Used in a sentence: Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive."

The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time."