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 incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance.", and the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding."

The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."

The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time.", and the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct."

The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."

The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."