The definition for parity is "Equality." Used in a sentence: Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake. The definition for surplus is "excess.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

The definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to." Used in a sentence: The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups."

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 belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."

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 pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

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 extant is "currently existing.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."