The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great."

The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

The definition for parity is "Equality." Used in a sentence: Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake. The definition for celebrated is "widely known, respected.", the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

The definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists." Used in a sentence: Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match. The definition for elusive is "hard to grasp.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

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 insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."