The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for deferment is "the act of delaying.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

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 comparable is "similar, equivalent.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

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 advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

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 epitaph is "brief statement honoring a dead person.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan."

The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."