The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."

The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."

The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."

The definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage." Used in a sentence: The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."