The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

The definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt." Used in a sentence: The arrogant writer did not hide his disdain for his uneducated dinner companion. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for authoritarian is "favoring absolute obedience to authority.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for negate is "To make invalid."

The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for finite is "having definite limits.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."