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 pomp is "showy display.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

The definition for ploy is "A contrived plan." Used in a sentence: Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for heed is "To pay attention to.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

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 composed is "calm.", the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for onset is "Beginning.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

The definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly." Used in a sentence: Sinead, who did not like confrontation, insinuated that Beth was lying. The definition for oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."