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 inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

The definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd." Used in a sentence: Manny was happy she followed Greg's prudent advice to study, as the test was difficult. The definition for procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

The definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive." Used in a sentence: Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

The definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts." Used in a sentence: Veronique found that listening to French music was an antidote for her homesickness. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."