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 preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."

The definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive." Used in a sentence: The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. The definition for repentant is "feeling regret.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."

The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."

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 distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."