The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."

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 recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person."

The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for heinous is "shockingly evil.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

The definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass." Used in a sentence: Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."

The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."