The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for dubious is "questionable.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for perception is "capacity for seeing or understanding.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

The definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp." Used in a sentence: The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."

The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for manifest is "Obvious."