The definition for derivative is "Lacking originality." Used in a sentence: Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture. The definition for onset is "beginning.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

The definition for fragile is "Delicate." Used in a sentence: Jade placed the fragile vase out of reach of her rambunctious boys. The definition for raucous is "noisy, rowdy.", the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional."

The definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap." Used in a sentence: The frugal shopper only bought items that were on sale. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

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 scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."