The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for heed is "to pay attention to.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

The definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive." Used in a sentence: Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for flaunt is "To display showily."

The definition for fragile is "Delicate." Used in a sentence: Jade placed the fragile vase out of reach of her rambunctious boys. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."