The definition for ploy is "A contrived plan." Used in a sentence: Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile."

The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for regale is "to amuse.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

The definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage." Used in a sentence: The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."

The definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding." Used in a sentence: His incredible perception made him the best detective on the force. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."