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 frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."

The definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion." Used in a sentence: Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude. The definition for celebrated is "widely known, respected.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance."

The definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking." Used in a sentence: The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. The definition for pantomime is "telling a story through gestures.", the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."

The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example."

The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."