The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."

The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for curtail is "To make less.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for ecstatic is "overwhelmingly emotional.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

The definition for augment is "To make greater." Used in a sentence: Wanda read the dictionary every night to augment her vocabulary. The definition for pantomime is "telling a story through gestures.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."