The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

The definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility." Used in a sentence: It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party. The definition for apathetic is "showing little or no emotion.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."

The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for pantomime is "telling a story through gestures.", the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech.", and the definition for combustion is "Act of burning."

The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for authoritarian is "favoring absolute obedience to authority.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

The definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive." Used in a sentence: Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group. The definition for augment is "to make greater.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."