The definition for raspy is "rough, grating." Used in a sentence: After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

The definition for ploy is "A contrived plan." Used in a sentence: Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."

The definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship." Used in a sentence: The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers. The definition for manifest is "obvious.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

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 accessible is "easy to reach or to approach.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

The definition for regale is "To amuse." Used in a sentence: My clever brother Jeffrey regaled the dinner guests with tales of his adventures. The definition for serenity is "calmness.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."