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 facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for fraud is "Trick.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

The definition for fraud is "Trick." Used in a sentence: The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors. The definition for pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse."

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 implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others."

The definition for parity is "Equality." Used in a sentence: Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

The definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly." Used in a sentence: The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher. The definition for trove is "valuable collection.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."