8 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a state of readiness to respond
Example sentence • The alerting sound woke me up from a deep sleep.
9 3 verb v noun
• a failure to maintain a higher state
adjective satellite
• tending to return to an earlier state
Example sentence • She tried to control her temper, but eventually ended up reverting to her usual behavior.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining
Example sentence • The movie was a diverting comedy that kept the audience laughing.
9 3 verb v noun
• a folded section placed between the leaves of another publication
verb
• put or introduce into something
Example sentence • She is inserting a new cartridge into the printer.
13 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• causing an emotional disturbance
Example sentence • The disconcerting news left everyone in shock.
8 3 verb v Example sentence • She was exerting all her strength to lift the heavy box.
9 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective satellite
• propelled violently in a usually narrow stream
Example sentence • The squirting of the water hose soaked everyone at the party.
9 3 verb v noun
• (usually plural) a person's deservingness of or entitlement to reward or punishment
verb
• leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch
Example sentence • He was accused of deserting his comrades during the battle.
9 3
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10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior
verb
• corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality
Example sentence • His perverting influence corrupted the entire organization.
11 3 verb v verb
• strengthen or make more firm
Example sentence • After being interrupted, she continued speaking, reasserting her point.
11 3 verb v Example sentence • After cleaning the wound, the doctor began reinserting the stitches.
10 3 verb v verb
• cause the downfall of; of rulers
Example sentence • She was accused of subverting the investigation by tampering with the evidence.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest
Example sentence • She caught him flirting with another girl at the party.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a symptom of some physical hurt or disorder
Example sentence • His hurting knee made it difficult for him to walk.
8 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of preventing something from occurring
Example sentence • She tried averting the topic to avoid an argument.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a person who has been converted to another religious or political belief
verb
• change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy
Example sentence • The converting of the file into a different format was successful.
8 2 noun n noun
• any of various fabrics used to make men's shirts
Example sentence • She bought a piece of shirting fabric to make a new shirt.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective
• (of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks
noun
• (photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait)
adjective satellite
• not moving and therefore easy to attack
Example sentence • I saw a group of people sitting on the park bench.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of hearing attentively
Example sentence • Her listening skills are excellent, she always understands what others are saying.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the exchange of goods for an agreed sum of money
Example sentence • The selling of goods and services is the main source of income for many businesses.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of firing a projectile
Example sentence • The shooting at the school left many students injured.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators
Example sentence • I could hear the shouting from the other room.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of singing vocal music
Example sentence • Her singing was captivating and filled the room with joy.
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• continuing or remaining in a place or state
verb
• stay the same; remain in a certain state
Example sentence • I enjoy staying active by participating in various sports.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• searching for or buying goods or services
Example sentence • I love going shopping at the mall.
8 2 verb, noun v, n adjective satellite
• being all around the edges; enclosing
Example sentence • She wore a white skirting with her blouse for the party.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• propelled violently in a usually narrow stream
Example sentence • The spurting water fountain created a mesmerizing sight.
8 3 adjective adj adjective
• creating or arousing excitement
adjective satellite
• stimulating interest and discussion
Example sentence • The roller coaster ride was very exciting .
7 2 verb v noun
• the act of acquiring something
Example sentence • I am getting ready for work.
9 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation
Example sentence • She sat at her desk, searching for her misplaced glasses.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal
Example sentence • She placed a large serving of mashed potatoes on his plate.
7 2 noun n noun
• the context and environment in which something is set
Example sentence • The setting of the story takes place in a small village.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the sport of riding a surfboard toward the shore on the crest of a wave
Example sentence • I enjoy watching professional surfing competitions.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• causing an emotional disturbance
Example sentence • The movie was very upsetting to watch.
8 2 verb v Example sentence • He couldn't help blurting out the answer before anyone else had a chance to respond.
8 3 adverb adv
5 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the state or fact of existing
Example sentence • He's a great being who always helps others.
7 2 noun n noun
• the overhead upper surface of a covered space
Example sentence • The ceiling of the room was painted blue.
8 2 noun n noun
• a deception for profit to yourself
adjective satellite
• not faithful to a spouse or lover
Example sentence • She accused him of cheating in the game.
6 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of drawing spatially closer to something
adjective satellite
• of the relatively near future
Example sentence • The coming storm is going to be intense.
8 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the cognitive process of reaching a decision
adjective satellite
• having the power or quality of deciding
Example sentence • She was in a deciding position in the company.
5 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj Example sentence • The going rate for a haircut at this salon is $50.
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually; look
adjective satellite
• appearing to be as specified; usually used as combining forms
Example sentence • I am looking for my car keys.
7 2 noun n noun
• the time period between dawn and noon
Example sentence • I woke up early in the morning to go for a run.
7 2 noun n noun
• a quantity of no importance; thing (object:), singular, negative pronoun; pronoun, thing, singular; quantifier: negative existential
adverb
• in no respect; to no degree
Example sentence • I have nothing to do today.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective satellite
• quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception
Example sentence • The observing of the night sky is a popular hobby for many people.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• preparing or putting through a prescribed procedure
Example sentence • The processing of the application will take up to 7 business days.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • We enjoyed a sailing adventure on the open sea.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an act of economizing; reduction in cost
adjective satellite
• bringing about salvation or redemption from sin
Example sentence • I opened a savings account to start saving for a new car.
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