The definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive." Used in a sentence: The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for supple is "Flexible.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."

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 censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess."

The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."

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 liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."