The definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity." Used in a sentence: Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."

The definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures." Used in a sentence: The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for garish is "Offensively bright.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."

The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits."

The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

The definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship." Used in a sentence: The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."