The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

The definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person." Used in a sentence: "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for combustion is "Act of burning.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

The definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly." Used in a sentence: Sinead, who did not like confrontation, insinuated that Beth was lying. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile."

The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

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 exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."