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 pomp is "showy display.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for revive is "To bring back to life."

The definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding." Used in a sentence: His incredible perception made him the best detective on the force. The definition for polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty."

The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."