The definition for derivative is "Lacking originality." Used in a sentence: Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."

The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."

The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil."

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 apathetic is "showing little or no emotion.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for combustion is "Act of burning."