The definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action." Used in a sentence: The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent.", and the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity."

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 stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective.", and the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others."

The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."