The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."

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 appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."

The definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action." Used in a sentence: The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. The definition for repel is "to resist, reject.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."

The definition for comprehensible is "Understandable." Used in a sentence: Shannon spoke slowly so her directions would be comprehensible to her foreign visitor. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."

The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing."