The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition."

The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."

The definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing." Used in a sentence: Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."