The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."

The definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking." Used in a sentence: The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. The definition for egotist is "self–important person.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

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 straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."

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 stealth is "the act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."