The definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse." Used in a sentence: Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", and the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness."

The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for onset is "beginning.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."

The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous."