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 flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."

The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for salvage is "to save from ruin.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."

The definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding." Used in a sentence: His incredible perception made him the best detective on the force. The definition for aesthete is "person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."

The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition."

The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for prudent is "marked by wisdom, shrewd.", the definition for illuminate is "To make clear.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."