The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for comparable is "similar, equivalent.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."

The definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior." Used in a sentence: Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

The definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards." Used in a sentence: Mary did the ethical thing and turned in the diamond necklace she found. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."