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 gruff is "rough or stern in manner or speech.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for serenity is "calmness.", the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt." Used in a sentence: The arrogant writer did not hide his disdain for his uneducated dinner companion. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for flaw is "An imperfection."

The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for combustion is "Act of burning.", and the definition for trove is "Valuable collection."

The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for hedonism is "belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."