The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking."

The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

The definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless." Used in a sentence: The impatient Zoe found the longwinded lecture interminable. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."

The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for iridescent is "having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."