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 buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."

The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."

The definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship." Used in a sentence: The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

The definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage." Used in a sentence: The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for flaw is "An imperfection."