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 revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."

The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for drab is "dull, monotonous.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."

The definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic." Used in a sentence: The gargantuan monster towered over the ten–story bulding. The definition for lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

The definition for fragile is "Delicate." Used in a sentence: Jade placed the fragile vase out of reach of her rambunctious boys. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."