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 drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

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 insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others."

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 gravity is "importance, significance.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."

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 stealth is "the act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for fraud is "Trick."