The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom."

The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

The definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional." Used in a sentence: They were ecstatic when their team won the championship game in the last second. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance."

The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."