7 3 noun n noun
• the territorial jurisdiction of a bishop
Example sentence • The bishop of the diocese presided over the ordination ceremony.
9 4 noun n noun
• a chronic skin disease characterized by dry red patches covered with scales; occurs especially on the scalp and ears and genitalia and the skin over bony prominences
Example sentence • My uncle has been suffering from psoriasis for the past 10 years.
7 3 noun n noun
• the first book of the Old Testament: tells of Creation; Adam and Eve; the Fall of Man; Cain and Abel; Noah and the flood; God's covenant with Abraham; Abraham and Isaac; Jacob and Esau; Joseph and his brothers
Example sentence • The genesis of her career as a singer began in high school.
9 4 noun n noun
• loss of the ability to move a body part
Example sentence • He suffered from partial paralysis of his legs after the accident.
9 3 noun n noun
• the process of producing a chemical compound (usually by the union of simpler chemical compounds)
Example sentence • The synthesis of two chemicals can produce a new compound.
13 5 noun n noun
• the marked and rapid transformation of a larva into an adult that occurs in some animals
Example sentence • The butterfly undergoes a metamorphosis from a caterpillar to an adult.
14 6 noun n noun
• a set of techniques for exploring underlying motives and a method of treating various mental disorders; based on the theories of Sigmund Freud
Example sentence • She decided to undergo psychoanalysis to gain a deeper understanding of her childhood trauma.
10 4 noun n noun
• a proposal intended to explain certain facts or observations
Example sentence • The scientist conducted several experiments to prove his hypothesis .
13 5 noun n noun
• differentiation and growth of the structure of an organism (or a part of an organism)
Example sentence • The study of morphogenesis is a key area of research in developmental biology.
9 3 noun n noun
• any severe mental disorder in which contact with reality is lost or highly distorted
Example sentence • He was diagnosed with schizophrenia and experienced frequent episodes of psychosis .
8 4 verb, noun v, n noun
• separation of substances in solution by means of their unequal diffusion through semipermeable membranes
Example sentence • She undergoes dialysis three times a week to treat her kidney disease.
9 4 noun n noun
• the relation between two different species of organisms that are interdependent; each gains benefits from the other
Example sentence • Coral and algae have a mutualistic symbiosis .
13 4 noun n noun
• nonelective government officials
Example sentence • Large bureaucracies often struggle to adapt to change.
10 4 noun n Example sentence • Love is the antithesis of hate.
9 3 noun n noun
• a prediction about how something (as the weather) will develop
Example sentence • The doctor gave me a positive prognosis for my recovery.
8 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group
Example sentence • The company has strict policies regarding attendance.
8 3 noun n noun
• a state that resembles sleep but that is induced by suggestion
Example sentence • She underwent hypnosis to try and quit smoking.
13 4 noun n noun
• a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions
Example sentence • There are discrepancies between the two financial reports.
15 4 noun n noun
• the quality of being able to cope with a difficult situation
Example sentence • Her resourcefulness in solving problems has impressed her colleagues.
10 4 noun n noun
• a chemical reaction in which water reacts with a compound to produce other compounds; involves the splitting of a bond and the addition of the hydrogen cation and the hydroxide anion from the water
Example sentence • The hydrolysis of sucrose yields glucose and fructose.
10 3 noun n noun
• the formation or presence of a thrombus (a clot of coagulated blood attached at the site of its formation) in a blood vessel
Example sentence • My grandfather had surgery to remove a blood clot caused by thrombosis .
8 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for
Example sentence • She kept her precious family photo album locked safely in a drawer.
9 2 adjective adj adjective
• lacking a backbone or spinal column
Example sentence • He's such a spineless person that he never stands up for himself.
8 3 noun n noun
• a mental or personality disturbance not attributable to any known neurological or organic dysfunction
Example sentence • Her constant need for reassurance and fear of abandonment are symptoms of her neurosis .
8 4 noun n noun
• abnormally high acidity (excess hydrogen-ion concentration) of the blood and other body tissues
Example sentence • Metabolic acidosis is a condition characterized by excessive acidity in the blood.
12 4 noun n noun
• a large-scale farming enterprise
Example sentence • The agribusiness sector plays a vital role in providing food for the population.
8 3 noun n noun
• a fibrous amphibole; used for making fireproof articles; inhaling fibers can cause asbestosis or lung cancer
Example sentence • Exposure to asbestos can lead to serious health problems.
10 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• temporarily incapable of speaking
Example sentence • She was so shocked by the surprise party that she was left speechless .
8 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• completely neat and clean
Example sentence • Her white dress is spotless .
12 4 adjective adj adjective
• without scruples or principles
Example sentence • The unscrupulous lawyer took advantage of his client's trust and stole their money.
12 3 noun n noun
• physical energy or intensity
Example sentence • Her forcefulness in the negotiation helped her secure a better deal.
13 5 adjective adj adjective
• not prominent or readily noticeable
Example sentence • She tried to remain inconspicuous in the crowded room.
11 3 adjective adj adjective
• making claim to or creating an appearance of (often undeserved) importance or distinction
adjective satellite
• (of a display) tawdry or vulgar
Example sentence • She always wears expensive jewelry to try to impress others, but I find it pretentious .
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• resisting control or authority
Example sentence • The rebellious teenager refused to follow any rules.
10 3 adjective adj Example sentence • She is known for her capricious nature, often changing her mind at the last minute.
13 4 adjective adj adjective
• guided by or in accordance with conscience or sense of right and wrong
adjective satellite
• characterized by extreme care and great effort
Example sentence • She is a conscientious student who always completes her assignments on time.
9 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The tabloids are known for their salacious headlines.
10 3 noun n noun
• a feeling of jealous envy (especially of a rival)
Example sentence • Her constant jealousies caused a strain on their relationship.
5 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a relation that provides the foundation for something
Example sentence • On a daily basis , I go for a run in the morning.
6 2 noun n noun
• an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty
Example sentence • The country is facing an economic crisis .
9 4 noun n noun
• identifying the nature or cause of some phenomenon
Example sentence • The doctor made a diagnosis of pneumonia.
8 3 noun n noun
• special importance or significance
Example sentence • She placed great emphasis on the importance of education.
10 3 noun n noun
• a formal written offer to sell securities (filed with the SEC) that sets forth a plan for a (proposed) business enterprise
Example sentence • I need to review the prospectus before making a decision.
10 3 adjective adj adjective
• having scruples; arising from a sense of right and wrong; principled
adjective satellite
• characterized by extreme care and great effort
Example sentence • He is a scrupulous lawyer who always follows ethical guidelines.
12 5 noun n noun
• production of a chemical compound by a living organism
Example sentence • The biosynthesis of proteins occurs in the ribosomes of cells.
11 5 noun n noun
• the power to move something by thinking about it without the application of physical force
Example sentence • There is no scientific evidence to support the existence of telekinesis .
8 2 noun n noun
• any of various evangelical Protestant churches that believe in the baptism of voluntary believers
11 3 adjective adj adjective
• of or belonging to the class Crustacea
Example sentence • The marine biologist studies various crustaceous creatures.
11 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• having or marked by a strong tendency especially a controversial one
Example sentence • His article was filled with tendentious arguments and biased information.
13 4 adjective adj adjective
• lacking pretension or affectation
adjective satellite
• exhibiting restrained good taste
Example sentence • She is known for her unpretentious and down-to-earth personality.
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