The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for inflammatory is "tending to excite anger.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

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 discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

The definition for egotist is "Self–important person." Used in a sentence: Darren dreaded carpooling with the egotist Shelly, who talked about herself nonstop. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly."