The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness."

The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."