The definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time." Used in a sentence: Even though I forgot his birthday, I hoe my father accepts my belated card. The definition for lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."

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 insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."

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 archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."