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 drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."

The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."

The definition for egotist is "Self–important person." Used in a sentence: Darren dreaded carpooling with the egotist Shelly, who talked about herself nonstop. The definition for naive is "lacking worldy wisdom.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble."

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 corrective is "intended to correct.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

The definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking." Used in a sentence: The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."