9 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• any agent that retards or delays or hinders
Example sentence • Fire retardants are chemicals used to slow down or prevent the spread of fire.
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
Example sentence • She is a dedicated student who always gets good grades.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• an executive officer of a firm or corporation
Example sentence • The president of the United States is the head of state and government.
8 2 noun n noun
• any of several noncommissioned officer ranks in the Army or Air Force or Marines ranking above a corporal
Example sentence • The sergeant was responsible for training the new recruits.
7 2 noun n noun
• limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous
Example sentence • The serpent slithered through the grass.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective
• having power or capacity or tendency to absorb or soak up something (liquids or energy etc.)
noun
• a material having capacity or tendency to absorb another substance
Example sentence • She used absorbent towels to clean up the spilled milk.
10 3 adjective adj adjective
• not in agreement or harmony
Example sentence • The discordant voices of the choir clashed with each other, creating an unpleasant sound.
11 4 adjective adj adjective
• free from external control and constraint
noun
• a neutral or uncommitted person (especially in politics)
adjective satellite
• (of political bodies) not controlled by outside forces
Example sentence • She is an independent woman who doesn't need anyone's help.
8 3 noun n noun
• an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury
Example sentence • He had an accident and broke his leg.
7 2 adjective adj adjective
• (of e.g. volcanoes) not erupting and not extinct
adjective satellite
• in a condition of biological rest or suspended animation
Example sentence • The volcano has been dormant for centuries.
9 3 noun n noun
• a person or institution against whom an action is brought in a court of law; the person being sued or accused
Example sentence • The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charges.
7 2 adjective adj noun
• a substance used to treat leather or other materials before dyeing; aids in dyeing process
adjective satellite
• harshly ironic or sinister
Example sentence • She responded to his criticism with a mordant wit, leaving him speechless.
6 2 noun n noun
• relatively small placental mammals having a single pair of constantly growing incisor teeth specialized for gnawing
Example sentence • The mouse scurried across the floor, revealing its identity as a rodent .
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a spear with three prongs
Example sentence • Poseidon is often depicted as holding a trident , a symbol of his power over the sea.
9 3 adjective adj adjective
• of great significance or value
adjective satellite
• having authority or ascendancy or influence
Example sentence • It is important to follow the rules in order to maintain order.
8 3 adjective adj noun
• a person who has fallen into a decadent state (morally or artistically)
adjective satellite
• luxuriously self-indulgent
Example sentence • She enjoyed a decadent chocolate cake for dessert.
9 3 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• relying on or requiring a person or thing for support, supply, or what is needed
noun
• a person who relies on another person for support (especially financial support)
adjective satellite
• contingent on something else
Example sentence • She is a dependent of her father.
10 3 noun n noun
• a person considered as descended from some ancestor
Example sentence • She is a descendent of a long line of monarchs.
7 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
Example sentence • The damage to the car was evident after the accident.
9 3 noun n noun
• an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time
adjective satellite
• preceding in time, order, or significance
Example sentence • The court's ruling set a legal precedent that would impact future cases.
11 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• having great beauty and splendor
Example sentence • The bride looked resplendent in her white gown.
9 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• of surpassing excellence
Example sentence • She gave a brilliant performance on stage.
5 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect
9 3 adjective adj adjective
• having or marked by confidence or assurance
adjective satellite
• persuaded of; very sure
Example sentence • She was confident in her ability to ace the exam.
8 3 noun n adjective
• falling or striking of light rays on something
noun
• a single distinct event
Example sentence • The police were called to the scene of the incident .
8 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective
• living in a particular place
noun
• someone who lives at a particular place for a prolonged period or who was born there
Example sentence • The resident of the apartment complained about the noise from the construction site.
7 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• characterized by abundance of verdure
Example sentence • The verdant meadows stretched out in front of us, filled with colorful wildflowers.
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• occurring in or belonging to the present time
noun
• a flow of electricity through a conductor
Example sentence • I need to be up to date with the current in my field of study.
8 3 adjective adj adjective
• free from evil or guilt
noun
• a person who lacks knowledge of evil
adjective satellite
• lacking intent or capacity to injure
Example sentence • He was declared innocent of the crime he was accused of.
6 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
verb
• look after a child until it is an adult
Example sentence • My mother is a single parent .
10 3 adjective adj Example sentence • She was persistent in her efforts to find a solution.
8 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• conspicuously and offensively loud; given to vehement outcry
Example sentence • His strident voice could be heard even from across the room.
9 3 noun n noun
• someone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another
adjective satellite
• being present (at a meeting or event, etc.)
Example sentence • The flight attendant helped passengers find their seats.
10 4 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• preceding in time or order
noun
• someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent)
Example sentence • In the sentence 'Lisa lost her book,' 'Lisa' is the antecedent of the pronoun 'her.'
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• without or almost without hope
Example sentence • She became despondent after receiving the rejection letter.
7 2 noun n verb
• provide with clothes or put clothes on
Example sentence • She bought a new garment for the party.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• lacking wise self-restraint
Example sentence • It would be imprudent to spend all your savings on unnecessary things.
9 3 adjective adj adjective
• providing carefully for the future
adjective satellite
• careful in regard to your own interests
Example sentence • She is a very provident person, always saving money for the future.
7 2 adjective adj adjective
• careful and sensible; marked by sound judgment
Example sentence • It would be prudent to save some money for emergencies.
12 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• exceeding or surpassing usual limits especially in excellence
Example sentence • The sunset over the mountains was a transcendent experience.
10 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• occurring or operating at the same time
7 2 noun n noun
• a religious residence especially for nuns
Example sentence • The nuns lived in a small convent on the outskirts of the town.
12 4 noun n noun
• the codefendant charged with adultery with the estranged spouse in a divorce proceeding
10 3 noun n noun
• the occurrence of a change for the worse
Example sentence • Hearing impairment is a common problem among the elderly.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a change of position that does not entail a change of location
Example sentence • She was impressed by the graceful movement of the professional ballet dancers.
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