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 flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."

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 nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for corrective is "intended to correct.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."