The definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity." Used in a sentence: Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

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 ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

The definition for pallid is "Lacking color." Used in a sentence: The nurse was worried by the patient's pallid face and shallow breathing. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."

The definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty." Used in a sentence: Consuela's friends called her an aesthete when she claimed that Monet's paintings made her cry. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."