The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."

The definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality." Used in a sentence: The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for repel is "To resist, reject."

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 flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity."

The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

The definition for repel is "To resist, reject." Used in a sentence: The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."