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 advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for comparable is "similar, equivalent.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."

The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back.", and the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct."

The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."