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 pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."

The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for dubious is "questionable.", the definition for trove is "Valuable collection.", and the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic."

The definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage." Used in a sentence: The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller. The definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."