The definition for repel is "To resist, reject." Used in a sentence: The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. The definition for penurious is "extrememly stingy.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for flaw is "An imperfection."

The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly."

The definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example." Used in a sentence: Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."