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 pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", and the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune."

The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language."

The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity.", and the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous."

The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste."

The definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary." Used in a sentence: The flighty Caroline could not be troubled with mundane tasks such as paying her bills. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."