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 moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

The definition for repel is "To resist, reject." Used in a sentence: The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. The definition for polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."

The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."

The definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder." Used in a sentence: Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion. The definition for procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary.", and the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts."