The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for elusive is "hard to grasp.", the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for regale is "to amuse.", the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."

The definition for egotist is "Self–important person." Used in a sentence: Darren dreaded carpooling with the egotist Shelly, who talked about herself nonstop. The definition for serenity is "calmness.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."

The definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish." Used in a sentence: All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."