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 grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."

The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."

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 gruff is "rough or stern in manner or speech.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

The definition for manifest is "Obvious." Used in a sentence: James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."

The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance." Used in a sentence: Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive."