The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."

The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for trove is "valuable collection.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed."

The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."

The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life."

The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."