The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless."

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 aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

The definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive." Used in a sentence: Felicia's servile attitude annoyed her boss, who preferred an assistant with more backbone. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."