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 grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts."

The definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd." Used in a sentence: Manny was happy she followed Greg's prudent advice to study, as the test was difficult. The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

The definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage." Used in a sentence: The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller. The definition for servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance."

The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts."