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 buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."

The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."

The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."