The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for catastrophic is "relating to extreme misfortune.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

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 awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion. The definition for inviolable is "secure from assault of trespass.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."

The definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse." Used in a sentence: Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."

The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."