The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people."

The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."