The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

The definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp." Used in a sentence: The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."

The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."

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 prominence is "importance.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."