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 turpitude is "essential baseness, depravity.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."

The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."

The definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion." Used in a sentence: Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for trove is "Valuable collection.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for dubious is "questionable.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity."

The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."