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 lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for repel is "To resist, reject."

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 opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

The definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary." Used in a sentence: The flighty Caroline could not be troubled with mundane tasks such as paying her bills. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."

The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."