The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for drab is "dull, monotonous.", the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."

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 exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional."

The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for manifest is "Obvious."