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 extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."

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 raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time."

The definition for manifest is "Obvious." Used in a sentence: James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose. The definition for commemorate is "to mark by a ceremony.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune."

The definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation." Used in a sentence: The windstorm caused such turmoil in the lake that the sailboat capsized. The definition for genial is "sympathetic, friendly.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts."