The definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape." Used in a sentence: The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth. The definition for conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

The definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time." Used in a sentence: Even though I forgot his birthday, I hoe my father accepts my belated card. The definition for gruff is "rough or stern in manner or speech.", the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for combustion is "act of burning.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."

The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for gravity is "importance, significance.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary."

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 precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."