The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for repel is "to resist, reject.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great."

The definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune." Used in a sentence: The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic. The definition for gruff is "rough or stern in manner or speech.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."

The definition for pomp is "Showy display." Used in a sentence: Jan couldn't help enjoying the pomp of the elaborate wedding ceremony. The definition for inviolable is "secure from assault of trespass.", the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."