1. HOT WORDS

2. CENSURE Verb To severely criticize; to blame
The judge censured Santa Claus in front of the whole courtroom.

3. CLANDESTINE Adjective Secret, private, concealed
Zorro is a clandestine figure in both movies and books. His true identity is unknown.

4. COMPLACENT Adjective Unconcerned, self-satisfied
Garfield’s complacent attitude contributes to his unlikely charm.

5. COMPLIANCE Noun Conformity to a request or demand
McDonald’s did not pass its inspection because it was out of compliance with the health code.

6. CONCILIATE Verb To soothe anger
I have to conciliate the man before he does something we’ll both regret.

7. CONDONE Verb To allow something to occur without approving
My mother did not condone report cards with less than all A’s.