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 melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

The definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable." Used in a sentence: The fickle Senji had a new best friend every month. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."

The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for heed is "to pay attention to.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess."

The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."