The definition for augment is "To make greater." Used in a sentence: Wanda read the dictionary every night to augment her vocabulary. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."

The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others."

The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

The definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended." Used in a sentence: Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."

The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."