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 embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."

The definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly." Used in a sentence: The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."