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 beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for negate is "To make invalid.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."

The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

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 unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for nurture is "To further the development of.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."

The definition for trove is "Valuable collection." Used in a sentence: Walter's trove of vintage baseball cards was worth thousands of dollars. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."