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 elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

The definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly." Used in a sentence: The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great."

The definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive." Used in a sentence: The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. The definition for rhapsody is "state of great happiness.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for inflammatory is "tending to excite anger.", the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

The definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly." Used in a sentence: Sinead, who did not like confrontation, insinuated that Beth was lying. The definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."