The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for combustion is "Act of burning." Used in a sentence: Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for finite is "Having definite limits."