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 eulogy is "speech or writing in praise of deceased.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

The definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures." Used in a sentence: The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage. The definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."

The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

The definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action." Used in a sentence: The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. The definition for disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."