The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

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 sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness."

The definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards." Used in a sentence: Mary did the ethical thing and turned in the diamond necklace she found. The definition for salvage is "to save from ruin.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."

The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example."