The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."

The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

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 servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness.", and the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness."

The definition for combustion is "Act of burning." Used in a sentence: Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush. The definition for oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."