The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for augment is "to make greater.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."

The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for flaw is "An imperfection."

The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was. The definition for prudent is "marked by wisdom, shrewd.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

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 discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."