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 commemorate is "to mark by a ceremony.", the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance.", and the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct."

The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time."

The definition for repentant is "Feeling regret." Used in a sentence: The repentant Dana admitted to cheating on the test. The definition for fraud is "trick.", the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for hedonism is "belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back."

The definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists." Used in a sentence: Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match. The definition for fidelity is "state of being faithful.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for repel is "To resist, reject."