The definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity." Used in a sentence: Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

The definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive." Used in a sentence: The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for garish is "Offensively bright.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. The definition for regale is "to amuse.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness."

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 aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for onset is "Beginning.", and the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language."