The definition for stern is "Harsh, severe." Used in a sentence: The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. The definition for eloquent is "fluent, expressive.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

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 awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

The definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive." Used in a sentence: The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. The definition for epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."

The definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists." Used in a sentence: Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match. The definition for fraud is "trick.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."