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 incidental is "minor.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for heed is "to pay attention to.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret."

The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."

The definition for combustion is "Act of burning." Used in a sentence: Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for illuminate is "To make clear.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."