The definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking." Used in a sentence: The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups."

The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy."

The definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive." Used in a sentence: Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

The definition for pallid is "Lacking color." Used in a sentence: The nurse was worried by the patient's pallid face and shallow breathing. The definition for hedonism is "belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."