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 adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

The definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something." Used in a sentence: Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance."

The definition for ploy is "A contrived plan." Used in a sentence: Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."