The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for repentant is "feeling regret.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."

The definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something." Used in a sentence: Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy."

The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."

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 ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."