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 catastrophic is "relating to extreme misfortune.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed."

The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."

The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish." Used in a sentence: All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune."