The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition."

The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

The definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive." Used in a sentence: Felicia's servile attitude annoyed her boss, who preferred an assistant with more backbone. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

The definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action." Used in a sentence: The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."

The definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd." Used in a sentence: Manny was happy she followed Greg's prudent advice to study, as the test was difficult. The definition for aesthete is "person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."