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 mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

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 heinous is "shockingly evil.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality."

The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for inviolable is "secure from assault of trespass.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for authoritarian is "favoring absolute obedience to authority.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."