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 archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

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 frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

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 corrective is "intended to correct.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."

The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

The definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Cassandra was overcome with euphoria when she met her long–lost sister. The definition for abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for fraud is "Trick."