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 frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile."

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 servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."

The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

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 archaic is "characteristic of an earlier time.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."

The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion."