The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

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 mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."

The definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person." Used in a sentence: "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", and the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition."