The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

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 pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

The definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply." Used in a sentence: The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. The definition for mundane is "practical, ordinary.", the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."

The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."