The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for fickle is "lacking constancy, changeable.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

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 censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary."

The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

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 extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct."

The definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder." Used in a sentence: Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion. The definition for pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."