The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for fickle is "lacking constancy, changeable.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony."

The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for gruff is "rough or stern in manner or speech.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."

The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion. The definition for civility is "politeness.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language."