The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity."

The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."

The definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed." Used in a sentence: The burglar took the ring by stealth, slipping it from the sleeping woman's finger. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."

The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."