The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for combustion is "act of burning.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

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 futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp."

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 pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."

The definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful." Used in a sentence: Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess."

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 impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."