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 regale is "to amuse.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous."

The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

The definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended." Used in a sentence: Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States. The definition for dubious is "questionable.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

The definition for censure is "To find fault with." Used in a sentence: The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for heinous is "shockingly evil.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd."