The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for finite is "having definite limits.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

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 immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive."