The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

The definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive." Used in a sentence: The executive was fired for his flagrant abuse of the company expense account. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people."

The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for colossal is "immense, enormous.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

The definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity." Used in a sentence: Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."