The definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards." Used in a sentence: Mary did the ethical thing and turned in the diamond necklace she found. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

The definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply." Used in a sentence: The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for indecorous is "in bad taste.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."

The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."