The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition."

The definition for fraud is "Trick." Used in a sentence: The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors. The definition for condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."

The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

The definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive." Used in a sentence: Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."