The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking."

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 regale is "to amuse.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."

The definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful." Used in a sentence: Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity. The definition for lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

The definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply." Used in a sentence: The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."