The definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity." Used in a sentence: Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent."

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 plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."

The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

The definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles." Used in a sentence: The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."