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 servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for heinous is "shockingly evil.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for egotist is "self–important person.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for negate is "To make invalid."

The definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion." Used in a sentence: Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter. The definition for abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."