The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life."

The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for clarity is "clearness.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for fraud is "Trick."

The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."

The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for penurious is "extrememly stingy.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."