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 rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."

The definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive." Used in a sentence: Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for fraud is "Trick.", and the definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity."

The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for ecstatic is "overwhelmingly emotional.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony."

The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."