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 demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."

The definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune." Used in a sentence: The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."