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 regale is "to amuse.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for rhapsody is "state of great happiness.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

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 mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp."

The definition for scamper is "To run quickly." Used in a sentence: The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."