The definition for onset is "Beginning." Used in a sentence: Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. The definition for heed is "to pay attention to.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."

The definition for salvage is "To save from ruin." Used in a sentence: After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage. The definition for drab is "dull, monotonous.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."

The definition for avian is "Relating to birds." Used in a sentence: The old man affectionately referred to pigeons as his "avian friends." The definition for clairvoyance is "ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for fragile is "Delicate.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for regale is "to amuse.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."