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 embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for aerate is "To supply with air."

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 promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for fraud is "Trick.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."

The definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language." Used in a sentence: Professor Tan rambled during his lectures, frequently straying from the subject. The definition for heinous is "shockingly evil.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."