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 clairvoyance is "ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", the definition for nurture is "To further the development of.", and the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person."

The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

The definition for beneficial is "Helpful." Used in a sentence: there is no doubt that eating vegetables is beneficial to one's health. The definition for disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty."

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 prominence is "importance.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."