The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. The definition for pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed."

The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for fraud is "Trick."