The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

The definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding." Used in a sentence: His incredible perception made him the best detective on the force. The definition for elusive is "hard to grasp.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for authoritarian is "favoring absolute obedience to authority.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for augment is "to make greater.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for avian is "Relating to birds."

The definition for derivative is "Lacking originality." Used in a sentence: Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture. The definition for revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."