The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

The definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass." Used in a sentence: Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable. The definition for accessible is "easy to reach or to approach.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing."

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 interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."