The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance."

The definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality." Used in a sentence: The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter. The definition for censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups."

The definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally." Used in a sentence: Yvonne's father urged, "Don't procrastinate. Clean your room right away." The definition for entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for prominence is "importance.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."