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 prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

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 drab is "dull, monotonous.", the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

The definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking." Used in a sentence: The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for combustion is "Act of burning.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."

The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."