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 entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."

The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

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 scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty."

The definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles." Used in a sentence: The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."

The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for hedonism is "belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."