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 epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."

The definition for revive is "To bring back to life." Used in a sentence: Hank tried to revive Clare's interest in the project, but her enthusiasm had expired. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."

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 obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

The definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass." Used in a sentence: Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."