The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

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 moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing."

The definition for salvage is "To save from ruin." Used in a sentence: After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage. The definition for heinous is "shockingly evil.", the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom.", and the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly."

The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."