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 futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

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 avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for curtail is "To make less.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for prominence is "importance.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

The definition for censure is "To find fault with." Used in a sentence: The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."