The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for finite is "having definite limits.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for elusive is "hard to grasp.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality."

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 censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

The definition for beneficial is "Helpful." Used in a sentence: there is no doubt that eating vegetables is beneficial to one's health. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."