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 polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

The definition for combative is "Eager to fight." Used in a sentence: The teacher suggested the combative student channel his aggression into boxing. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity."

The definition for repentant is "Feeling regret." Used in a sentence: The repentant Dana admitted to cheating on the test. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."

The definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp." Used in a sentence: The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."

The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."