2. Definition: an expert in fine art or in matters of taste Derivative: connoisseurs Sentence: Simon Burr is a connoisseur of fine wines. Part of Speech: noun Link: Simon Burr

3. Definition: a secret plot by two or more people, especially for a harmful or illegal purpose Derivative: conspiracies Sentence: What you see is a conspiracy by some kids who wish to hide their identity. Part of Speech: noun Link: what you see

4. Definition: truly sorry for having done wrong; repentant Derivative: contritely Sentence: Mary felt contrite about stealing from the nuns, so she confessed and now everything is all right. Part of Speech: adjective Link: all right

5. Definition: very troubled; distressed Sentence: Misty became distraught when she realized how much she had bought. Part of Speech: adjective Link: had bought

6. Definition: having to do with the issue at hand; relevant Sentence: Her main ideas are germane to this discussion. Part of Speech: adjective Link: her main

7. Definition: clearly expressed; easily understood Sentence: The new kid was lucid even after he fell and hit his head. Part of Speech: adjective Link: new kid

8. Definition: a situation marked by difficulty, hardship, or misfortune Derivative: plights Sentence: The Challenger’s plight was a doomed flight from the very start. Part of Speech: noun Link: flight

9. Definition: in an on-the-surface manner; not thoroughly Sentence: Billy washed the dishes without using any soap, therefore the plates are superficially clean. Part of Speech: adverb Link: Billy

10. Definition: well proportioned; balanced; the same on both sides Derivative: symmetrically Sentence: This butterfly has symmetrical wings; they are equal on both sides. Part of Speech: adjective Link: equal

11. Definition: using or containing too many words Derivative: verbosely Sentence: The lady has had her dose of blind dates, including Joe, who was verbose. Part of Speech: adjective Link: her dose