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 precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion."

The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for finite is "having definite limits.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune."

The definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Cassandra was overcome with euphoria when she met her long–lost sister. The definition for fraud is "trick.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."

The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."