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 nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for heinous is "shockingly evil.", the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."

The definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly." Used in a sentence: The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher. The definition for elusive is "hard to grasp.", the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly.", and the definition for trove is "Valuable collection."

The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."