The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding."

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 exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

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 plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

The definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd." Used in a sentence: Manny was happy she followed Greg's prudent advice to study, as the test was difficult. The definition for turpitude is "essential baseness, depravity.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."