The definition for manifest is "Obvious." Used in a sentence: James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

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 compulsion is "an irresistible impulse.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

The definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts." Used in a sentence: Veronique found that listening to French music was an antidote for her homesickness. The definition for celebrated is "widely known, respected.", the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional.", and the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example."

The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."

The definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility." Used in a sentence: It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party. The definition for garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable."