The definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply." Used in a sentence: The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

The definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to." Used in a sentence: The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding."

The definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists." Used in a sentence: Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

The definition for scamper is "To run quickly." Used in a sentence: The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

The definition for pomp is "Showy display." Used in a sentence: Jan couldn't help enjoying the pomp of the elaborate wedding ceremony. The definition for drab is "dull, monotonous.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."