The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."

The definition for corrective is "Intended to correct." Used in a sentence: The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for combustion is "Act of burning.", and the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness."

The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

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 plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."