The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."

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 illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

The definition for regale is "To amuse." Used in a sentence: My clever brother Jeffrey regaled the dinner guests with tales of his adventures. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for comprehensible is "understandable.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

The definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly." Used in a sentence: Sinead, who did not like confrontation, insinuated that Beth was lying. The definition for finite is "having definite limits.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."