The definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something." Used in a sentence: Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."

The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for salvage is "to save from ruin.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."

The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for prominence is "importance.", the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language." Used in a sentence: Professor Tan rambled during his lectures, frequently straying from the subject. The definition for serenity is "calmness.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."

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 scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."