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 plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

The definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass." Used in a sentence: Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."

The definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking." Used in a sentence: The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. The definition for naive is "lacking worldy wisdom.", the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", and the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile."