The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy."

The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for mundane is "practical, ordinary.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."

The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."

The definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass." Used in a sentence: Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."