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 futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."

The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."

The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."

The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."