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 defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."

The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for illuminate is "To make clear.", and the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd."

The definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive." Used in a sentence: Felicia's servile attitude annoyed her boss, who preferred an assistant with more backbone. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

The definition for pallid is "Lacking color." Used in a sentence: The nurse was worried by the patient's pallid face and shallow breathing. The definition for mundane is "practical, ordinary.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

The definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility." Used in a sentence: It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."