The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for authoritarian is "favoring absolute obedience to authority.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for negate is "To make invalid."

The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent."

The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."

The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."

The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."