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 censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

The definition for onset is "Beginning." Used in a sentence: Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

The definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation." Used in a sentence: The windstorm caused such turmoil in the lake that the sailboat capsized. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for flaunt is "To display showily."

The definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example." Used in a sentence: Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems The definition for flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."