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 pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

The definition for heed is "To pay attention to." Used in a sentence: "Heed my advice," the fortuneteller warned Sebastian when he tried to ignore her prophecy. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for penurious is "extrememly stingy.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for negate is "To make invalid.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."