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 fidelity is "state of being faithful.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd."

The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune."

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 drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."

The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language."

The definition for pomp is "Showy display." Used in a sentence: Jan couldn't help enjoying the pomp of the elaborate wedding ceremony. The definition for revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."