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 meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."

The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for elusive is "hard to grasp.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking."

The definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts." Used in a sentence: Veronique found that listening to French music was an antidote for her homesickness. The definition for advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."

The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

The definition for repentant is "Feeling regret." Used in a sentence: The repentant Dana admitted to cheating on the test. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."