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 belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for manifest is "obvious.", the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."

The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."