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 nurture is "To further the development of.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."

The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

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 futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."

The definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage." Used in a sentence: The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller. The definition for dubious is "questionable.", the definition for heed is "To pay attention to.", and the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average."