The definition for parity is "Equality." Used in a sentence: Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake. The definition for civility is "politeness.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

The definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Lorraine was in rhapsody when she was accepte to the college of her dreams. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."

The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for repentant is "feeling regret.", the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."