The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for onset is "beginning.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

The definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive." Used in a sentence: Felicia's servile attitude annoyed her boss, who preferred an assistant with more backbone. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for fraud is "trick.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."