The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", 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 prominence is "importance.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."

The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."

The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."

The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity."