The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example."

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 stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble."

The definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts." Used in a sentence: Veronique found that listening to French music was an antidote for her homesickness. The definition for clarity is "clearness.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

The definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive." Used in a sentence: Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."