The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for aesthete is "person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", the definition for fraud is "Trick.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

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 straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."