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 extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

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 pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."

The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

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 scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for fraud is "Trick.", and the definition for flaw is "An imperfection."