The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

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 clarity is "clearness.", the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."

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 implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."

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 fidelity is "state of being faithful.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for inflammatory is "tending to excite anger.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking."