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 penurious is "extrememly stingy.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for combustion is "Act of burning."

The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for comparable is "similar, equivalent.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."

The definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly." Used in a sentence: The genial host warmly greeted his many guests. The definition for negate is "to make invalid.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable."

The definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing." Used in a sentence: Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends. The definition for heed is "to pay attention to.", the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable.", and the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits."