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 equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

The definition for ploy is "A contrived plan." Used in a sentence: Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

The definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony." Used in a sentence: Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity."

The definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back." Used in a sentence: After Kal's father revoked his allowance, he had no money for the movies. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."