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 pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts."

The definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly." Used in a sentence: The genial host warmly greeted his many guests. The definition for parity is "equality.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for authoritarian is "favoring absolute obedience to authority.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."