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 exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."

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 melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."

The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for catastrophic is "relating to extreme misfortune.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."

The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."