The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."

The definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures." Used in a sentence: The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage. The definition for lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble."

The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

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 precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."