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 civility is "politeness.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

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 cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for flaw is "An imperfection.", and the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others."

The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."

The definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person." Used in a sentence: "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone. The definition for commemorate is "to mark by a ceremony.", the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

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 procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."