The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts.", and the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language."

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 stealth is "the act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

The definition for pomp is "Showy display." Used in a sentence: Jan couldn't help enjoying the pomp of the elaborate wedding ceremony. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed."

The definition for repentant is "Feeling regret." Used in a sentence: The repentant Dana admitted to cheating on the test. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."