The definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion." Used in a sentence: Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for onset is "Beginning.", and the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity."

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 appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan."

The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

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 insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."