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 scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action.", and the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time."

The definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Cassandra was overcome with euphoria when she met her long–lost sister. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."

The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

The definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive." Used in a sentence: The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."