The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."

The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional.", and the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance."

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 demean is "to lower status.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

The definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing." Used in a sentence: Tom, who had taken the placebo, found that his allergy symptoms did not go away. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."