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 plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

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 stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

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 archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity."

The definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful." Used in a sentence: Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct."

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 drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."