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 anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional.", and the definition for flaunt is "To display showily."

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 impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."

The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent."

The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance." Used in a sentence: Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition."

The definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something." Used in a sentence: Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing."