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 foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent."

The definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts." Used in a sentence: Veronique found that listening to French music was an antidote for her homesickness. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

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 mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

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 aesthete is "person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for avian is "Relating to birds."

The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for penurious is "extrememly stingy.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."