The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

The definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply." Used in a sentence: The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."

The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."

The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."

The definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage." Used in a sentence: The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller. The definition for gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."