The definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles." Used in a sentence: The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

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 buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

The definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended." Used in a sentence: Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average."

The definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage." Used in a sentence: The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for clarity is "clearness.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."