The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

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 straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for pantomime is "telling a story through gestures.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."

The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."

The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for surplus is "excess.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy."