The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

The definition for corrective is "Intended to correct." Used in a sentence: The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."

The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for authoritarian is "favoring absolute obedience to authority.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."

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 parity is "equality.", the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

The definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly." Used in a sentence: The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."