The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion. The definition for epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for curtail is "To make less.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent.", and the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan."

The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."

The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."