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 ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble."

The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

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 ecstatic is "overwhelmingly emotional.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

The definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion." Used in a sentence: Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."