10 3 noun
n
noun
• the act of predicting (as by reasoning about the future)
Example sentence • The weather prediction suggests rain this afternoon.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• a graphic or vivid verbal description
Example sentence • The depiction of violence in the film was graphic and disturbing.
13 4 noun
n
noun
• opposition between two conflicting forces or ideas
Example sentence • There is a contradiction between her words and her actions.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• the articulation of speech regarded from the point of view of its intelligibility to the audience
Example sentence • Her diction is clear and precise, making her a great public speaker.
7 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• a literary work based on the imagination and not necessarily on fact
Example sentence • She loves reading fiction novels in her free time.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• action by a landlord that compels a tenant to leave the premises (as by rendering the premises unfit for occupancy); no physical expulsion or legal process is involved
Example sentence • The family received an eviction notice after falling behind on rent.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• a state of conflict between persons
Example sentence • There was friction between the two teams during the game.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• a principle that limits the extent of something
Example sentence • The school has implemented strict restrictions on cellphone use during classes.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the act of imposing something (as a tax or an embargo)
Example sentence • He was found guilty of the cruel infliction of pain on the animals.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• (law) the right and power to interpret and apply the law
Example sentence • The court's jurisdiction extends only to cases within its territory.
12 3 noun
n
noun
• a narrowing that reduces the flow through a channel
Example sentence • The tightness in his chest was a sign of constriction .
10 3 noun
n
noun
• an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence
Example sentence • He was known for his strong conviction in his beliefs.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• a tendency to be negligent and uncaring
Example sentence • The dereliction of duty by the police officer resulted in an increase in crime.
10 3 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• prose writing that is not fictional
Example sentence • I prefer reading nonfiction books because I enjoy learning about real events and people.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• the act of praying for divine protection
Example sentence • The priest concluded the service with a heartfelt benediction .
12 4 noun
n
noun
• authoritative prohibition
Example sentence • The interdiction of illegal drugs is a major priority for law enforcement agencies.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a state of great suffering and distress due to adversity
Example sentence • Her arthritis causes a great deal of affliction and pain.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs)
Example sentence • He struggled with drug addiction for years.
9 4 noun
n
noun
• the state of being in effect or being operative
Example sentence • The doctors performed a complex heart operation on the patient.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• the act of executing by a method widespread in the ancient world; the victim's hands and feet are bound or nailed to a cross
Example sentence • The crucifixion of Jesus Christ is a central event in Christian theology.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• the act of beginning something new
Example sentence • The introduction of the new product was a great success.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment
Example sentence • He was sentenced to five years in prison for his crimes.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the act of admitting someone to enter
Example sentence • The admission fee to the museum is $10.
8 3 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception
Example sentence • The adoption of a child can bring great joy to a family.
9 4 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• energy that is radiated or transmitted in the form of rays or waves or particles
Example sentence • Exposure to high levels of radiation can be extremely harmful to the human body.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• a joyful occasion for special festivities to mark some happy event
Example sentence • The whole town gathered for the joyful celebration of New Year's Eve.
11 5 noun
n
noun
• joint operation or action
Example sentence • The success of the project was possible due to the cooperation of all team members.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• a business firm whose articles of incorporation have been approved in some state
Example sentence • The corporation is investing in new technology to improve productivity.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a mental state characterized by a pessimistic sense of inadequacy and a despondent lack of activity
Example sentence • She has been suffering from depression for many years.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• (statistics) an arrangement of values of a variable showing their observed or theoretical frequency of occurrence
Example sentence • The distribution of food to the famine-affected areas was delayed due to bad weather.
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