The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

The definition for comprehensible is "Understandable." Used in a sentence: Shannon spoke slowly so her directions would be comprehensible to her foreign visitor. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for augment is "to make greater.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity."

The definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something." Used in a sentence: Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups."

The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for prudent is "marked by wisdom, shrewd.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."