The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."

The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."

The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance." Used in a sentence: Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

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 methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

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 meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."