The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy."

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 elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for nurture is "To further the development of.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."

The definition for revive is "To bring back to life." Used in a sentence: Hank tried to revive Clare's interest in the project, but her enthusiasm had expired. The definition for mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

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 corrosive is "bitingly sarcastic.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for trove is "Valuable collection."