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 ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."

The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

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 straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony."

The definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed." Used in a sentence: The burglar took the ring by stealth, slipping it from the sleeping woman's finger. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."