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 mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."

The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

The definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles." Used in a sentence: The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for genial is "sympathetic, friendly.", the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."