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 procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."

The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony."

The definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something." Used in a sentence: Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment. The definition for interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."

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 rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy."