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 appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."

The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

The definition for repel is "To resist, reject." Used in a sentence: The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous."

The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for supple is "Flexible.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

The definition for derivative is "Lacking originality." Used in a sentence: Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture. The definition for iridescent is "having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."