The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."

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 futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."

The definition for aerate is "To supply with air." Used in a sentence: Every spring, Soloman used his tiller to aerate the compact soil. The definition for drab is "dull, monotonous.", the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

The definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion." Used in a sentence: Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude. The definition for gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."