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 appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

The definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion." Used in a sentence: Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude. The definition for eulogy is "speech or writing in praise of deceased.", the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for trove is "Valuable collection."

The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for dubious is "questionable.", the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."