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 retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

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 supple is "flexible.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others."