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 stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."

The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."

The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was. The definition for mundane is "practical, ordinary.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."