The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

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 precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

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 opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan."

The definition for beneficial is "Helpful." Used in a sentence: there is no doubt that eating vegetables is beneficial to one's health. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life."

The definition for stern is "Harsh, severe." Used in a sentence: The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."