The definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse." Used in a sentence: Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."

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 prominence is "importance.", the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger.", and the definition for revive is "To bring back to life."

The definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder." Used in a sentence: Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for garish is "Offensively bright.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."