The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."

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 egotist is "self–important person.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for flaw is "An imperfection."

The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."

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 oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

The definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass." Used in a sentence: Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable. The definition for serenity is "calmness.", the definition for combustion is "Act of burning.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."