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 foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

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 demean is "to lower status.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for flaunt is "To display showily."

The definition for ploy is "A contrived plan." Used in a sentence: Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. The definition for aesthete is "person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."

The definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion." Used in a sentence: Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter. The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

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 brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."