The definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time." Used in a sentence: Even though I forgot his birthday, I hoe my father accepts my belated card. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."

The definition for onset is "Beginning." Used in a sentence: Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

The definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape." Used in a sentence: The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth. The definition for raucous is "noisy, rowdy.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."