The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for fragile is "Delicate.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."

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 retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

The definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding." Used in a sentence: His incredible perception made him the best detective on the force. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

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 lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous.", and the definition for finite is "Having definite limits."