The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for garish is "Offensively bright.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."

The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

The definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts." Used in a sentence: Veronique found that listening to French music was an antidote for her homesickness. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for heed is "To pay attention to.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

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 eulogy is "speech or writing in praise of deceased.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for clarity is "clearness.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."