The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

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 epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional."

The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back.", and the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent."

The definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd." Used in a sentence: Manny was happy she followed Greg's prudent advice to study, as the test was difficult. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."