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 absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."

The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average."

The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for onset is "Beginning.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse."

The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority.", and the definition for repel is "To resist, reject."