The definition for corrective is "Intended to correct." Used in a sentence: The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

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 induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for flaunt is "To display showily."

The definition for raspy is "rough, grating." Used in a sentence: After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."