The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness."

The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for gruff is "rough or stern in manner or speech.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking."

The definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to." Used in a sentence: The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest. The definition for disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."

The definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking." Used in a sentence: The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. The definition for prudent is "marked by wisdom, shrewd.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for fraud is "Trick."