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 dubious is "questionable.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."

The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."

The definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy." Used in a sentence: Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

The definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship." Used in a sentence: The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers. The definition for negate is "to make invalid.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune."

The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for negate is "To make invalid.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."