The definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable." Used in a sentence: Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."

The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."

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 combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity."

The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."