The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity."

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 embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for inflammatory is "tending to excite anger.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."

The definition for salvage is "To save from ruin." Used in a sentence: After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage. The definition for epitaph is "brief statement honoring a dead person.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."

The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for drab is "dull, monotonous.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."