The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for surplus is "excess.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."

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 clarity is "clearness.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive."

The definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles." Used in a sentence: The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

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 implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for heed is "to pay attention to.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."