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 archaic is "characteristic of an earlier time.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."

The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."

The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."

The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."