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 melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

The definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language." Used in a sentence: Professor Tan rambled during his lectures, frequently straying from the subject. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

The definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony." Used in a sentence: Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date. The definition for penurious is "extrememly stingy.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."