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 duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

The definition for derivative is "Lacking originality." Used in a sentence: Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."

The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."