The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for apathetic is "showing little or no emotion.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."

The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

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 gravity is "importance, significance.", the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back.", and the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd."

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 penurious is "extrememly stingy.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."