The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for antidote is "something that relieves or counteracts.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."

The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."

The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality."

The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."