The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

The definition for combustion is "Act of burning." Used in a sentence: Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."

The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits."

The definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp." Used in a sentence: The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity."