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 retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

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 epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for gravity is "importance, significance.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

The definition for comprehensible is "Understandable." Used in a sentence: Shannon spoke slowly so her directions would be comprehensible to her foreign visitor. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."