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 salvage is "to save from ruin.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for combustion is "Act of burning."

The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for pantomime is "telling a story through gestures.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."

The definition for censure is "To find fault with." Used in a sentence: The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

The definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something." Used in a sentence: Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

The definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp." Used in a sentence: The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble. The definition for fidelity is "state of being faithful.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."