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 extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

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 liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

The definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing." Used in a sentence: Tom, who had taken the placebo, found that his allergy symptoms did not go away. The definition for fidelity is "state of being faithful.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."