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 derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."

The definition for combustion is "Act of burning." Used in a sentence: Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

The definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion." Used in a sentence: Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."