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 flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."

The definition for pallid is "Lacking color." Used in a sentence: The nurse was worried by the patient's pallid face and shallow breathing. The definition for oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

The definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish." Used in a sentence: All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope. The definition for prudent is "marked by wisdom, shrewd.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan."

The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."