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 buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for repel is "to resist, reject.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for inviolable is "secure from assault of trespass.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."

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 implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous."