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 grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for negate is "To make invalid."

The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

The definition for parity is "Equality." Used in a sentence: Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."

The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for avian is "Relating to birds."

The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct."