The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."

The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible.", and the definition for repel is "To resist, reject."

The definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic." Used in a sentence: The gargantuan monster towered over the ten–story bulding. The definition for oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

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 corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."