The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

The definition for repel is "To resist, reject." Used in a sentence: The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. The definition for redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."

The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for demean is "To lower status.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

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 repentant is "feeling regret.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life."