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 demean is "to lower status.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for perception is "capacity for seeing or understanding.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

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 frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."