The definition for parity is "Equality." Used in a sentence: Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance."

The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

The definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing." Used in a sentence: Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action.", and the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average."

The definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass." Used in a sentence: Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable. The definition for celebrated is "widely known, respected.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

The definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply." Used in a sentence: The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. The definition for disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."