The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for onset is "beginning.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for repel is "to resist, reject.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."