The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."

The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance."