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 extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."

The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people."

The definition for repentant is "Feeling regret." Used in a sentence: The repentant Dana admitted to cheating on the test. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."