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 scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret."

The definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action." Used in a sentence: The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional."

The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for revive is "To bring back to life."

The definition for avian is "Relating to birds." Used in a sentence: The old man affectionately referred to pigeons as his "avian friends." The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."

The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for fraud is "trick.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for aerate is "To supply with air."