The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse."

The definition for censure is "To find fault with." Used in a sentence: The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality."

The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for garish is "Offensively bright."

The definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive." Used in a sentence: The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."