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 abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back."

The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."