The definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive." Used in a sentence: Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for repel is "To resist, reject."

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 censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."

The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for negate is "To make invalid.", and the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste."

The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."