The definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something." Used in a sentence: Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

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 discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

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 flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."

The definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Lorraine was in rhapsody when she was accepte to the college of her dreams. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for manifest is "Obvious."