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 celebrated is "widely known, respected.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic."

The definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless." Used in a sentence: The impatient Zoe found the longwinded lecture interminable. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."

The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for gravity is "importance, significance.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."