The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for elusive is "hard to grasp.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

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 procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

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 rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."

The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."

The definition for augment is "To make greater." Used in a sentence: Wanda read the dictionary every night to augment her vocabulary. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."