The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

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 raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

The definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap." Used in a sentence: The frugal shopper only bought items that were on sale. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for demean is "To lower status.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."