The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for clarity is "clearness.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for genial is "sympathetic, friendly.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for supple is "Flexible.", and the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable."

The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly."