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 untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional.", and the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing."

The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

The definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder." Used in a sentence: Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."