The definition for equitable is "Fair and equal." Used in a sentence: The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional."

The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for garish is "Offensively bright.", and the definition for avian is "Relating to birds."

The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."

The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."