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 benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."

The definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example." Used in a sentence: Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."

The definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding." Used in a sentence: His incredible perception made him the best detective on the force. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

The definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists." Used in a sentence: Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match. The definition for indecorous is "in bad taste.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional."