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 induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

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 raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

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 flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."

The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy."