The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

The definition for parity is "Equality." Used in a sentence: Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

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 ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

The definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity." Used in a sentence: The turpitude of the villain in the movie offended most audiences. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."