The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion."

The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for comparable is "similar, equivalent.", the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."

The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for catastrophic is "relating to extreme misfortune.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for authoritarian is "favoring absolute obedience to authority.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."