The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for negate is "To make invalid."

The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct."

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 finite is "having definite limits.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste."

The definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape." Used in a sentence: The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

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 accessible is "easy to reach or to approach.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."