The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."

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 straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people.", and the definition for negate is "To make invalid."

The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent."

The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for demean is "To lower status.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."