The definition for combative is "Eager to fight." Used in a sentence: The teacher suggested the combative student channel his aggression into boxing. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

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 gruff is "rough or stern in manner or speech.", the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

The definition for egotist is "Self–important person." Used in a sentence: Darren dreaded carpooling with the egotist Shelly, who talked about herself nonstop. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for manifest is "Obvious."

The definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior." Used in a sentence: Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."