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 melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for fraud is "Trick.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

The definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt." Used in a sentence: The arrogant writer did not hide his disdain for his uneducated dinner companion. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."

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 precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

The definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority." Used in a sentence: Marco's authoritarian mother never allowed him to watch more than one hour of television a day. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

The definition for redouble is "To make twice as great." Used in a sentence: As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."