The definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy." Used in a sentence: Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."

The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret."

The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp."

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 lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."