The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."

The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for iridescent is "having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

The definition for scamper is "To run quickly." Used in a sentence: The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly. The definition for naive is "lacking worldy wisdom.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."

The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."