The definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority." Used in a sentence: Marco's authoritarian mother never allowed him to watch more than one hour of television a day. The definition for hedonism is "belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."

The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

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 derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."