The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for corrective is "intended to correct.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."

The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

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 frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for revive is "To bring back to life."

The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for serenity is "calmness.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."