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 belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

The definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly." Used in a sentence: Sinead, who did not like confrontation, insinuated that Beth was lying. The definition for hedonism is "belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for naive is "lacking worldy wisdom.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life."

The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

The definition for salvage is "To save from ruin." Used in a sentence: After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage. The definition for raucous is "noisy, rowdy.", the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding.", and the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive."