The definition for onset is "Beginning." Used in a sentence: Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. The definition for mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."

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 distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

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 scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for fickle is "lacking constancy, changeable.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time."