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 polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for parity is "equality.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune."

The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for naive is "lacking worldy wisdom.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

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 moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding."