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 derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive."

The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for apathetic is "showing little or no emotion.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."

The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."

The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."