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 punctual is "on time.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

The definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity." Used in a sentence: Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate. The definition for surplus is "excess.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for trove is "valuable collection.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty."

The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."