The definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse." Used in a sentence: Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots. The definition for onset is "beginning.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

The definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example." Used in a sentence: Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems The definition for raucous is "noisy, rowdy.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back."

The definition for onset is "Beginning." Used in a sentence: Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. The definition for comprehensible is "understandable.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

The definition for derivative is "Lacking originality." Used in a sentence: Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture. The definition for apathetic is "showing little or no emotion.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."

The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan."