The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape." Used in a sentence: The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."

The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless."

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 trove is "valuable collection.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct."