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 antidote is "something that relieves or counteracts.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average."

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 brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity."

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 entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

The definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person." Used in a sentence: "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone. The definition for euphoria is "feeling of great happiness.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

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 interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for flaw is "An imperfection."