The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance."

The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was. The definition for catastrophic is "relating to extreme misfortune.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."

The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for epitaph is "brief statement honoring a dead person.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

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 salvage is "to save from ruin.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."