The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for commemorate is "to mark by a ceremony.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. The definition for revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for combustion is "Act of burning.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."