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 punctual is "on time.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

The definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy." Used in a sentence: Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

The definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger." Used in a sentence: Garth's inflammatory remarks at the party made Gwen furious. The definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."

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 archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless."