The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great."

The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous."

The definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape." Used in a sentence: The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."