The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."

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 prominence is "importance.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp."

The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

The definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive." Used in a sentence: Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."