The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."

The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity."

The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable."

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 abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."