The definition for fraud is "Trick." Used in a sentence: The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."

The definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior." Used in a sentence: Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."

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 appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."