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 foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."

The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for surplus is "excess.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."

The definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly." Used in a sentence: The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."