The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."

The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic."

The definition for repel is "To resist, reject." Used in a sentence: The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste."