The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."

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 beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."

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 revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

The definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed." Used in a sentence: The burglar took the ring by stealth, slipping it from the sleeping woman's finger. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."