Could you please check these other sentences? Thank you.
2)Then he describes his family and friends as ...... both in shape and disposition (rephrase) though more civilized and endowed with the gift of speech. These qualities, however, do not make them any better. Moreover, they use the reason to multiply their vices.
Sure! Here are the revised sentences:
2) Then he portrays his family and friends as being similar in physical appearance and temperament, but more refined and capable of communication. Despite these qualities, they are not necessarily morally superior. In fact, they even employ their intelligence to amplify their own flaws and misbehaviors.