The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average."

The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

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 derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for regale is "to amuse.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."