The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for combustion is "Act of burning.", and the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune."

The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed."

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 sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

The definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable." Used in a sentence: Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign. The definition for rhapsody is "state of great happiness.", the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."

The definition for salvage is "To save from ruin." Used in a sentence: After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for curtail is "To make less.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."