The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for genial is "sympathetic, friendly.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent."

The definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive." Used in a sentence: Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great."

The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for surplus is "excess.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

The definition for fraud is "Trick." Used in a sentence: The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."