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 discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

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 scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."