10 3 noun n noun
• a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are not literally under the home state's system of government
Example sentence • After years of negotiation, the two countries reached a peaceful settlement .
9 3 noun n noun
• the state of being cancelled or annulled
Example sentence • The couple filed for an annulment of their marriage due to irreconcilable differences.
12 4 noun n noun
• a war measure that isolates some area of importance to the enemy
Example sentence • The encirclement of the enemy forces led to their surrender.
10 3 noun n noun
• confusion resulting from failure to understand
Example sentence • His puzzlement was evident as he tried to solve the complex math problem.
12 4 verb, noun v, n noun
• the transportation of people (as a family or colony) to a new settlement (as after an upheaval of some kind)
Example sentence • The government provided financial assistance for the resettlement of the refugees.
12 4 noun n noun
• the fraudulent appropriation of funds or property entrusted to your care but actually owned by someone else
Example sentence • He was charged with embezzlement after stealing millions from the company.
13 4 noun n noun
• the act of taking something apart (as a piece of machinery)
Example sentence • The dismantlement of the old bridge will begin next week.
10 3 noun n noun
• a device that requires skill for proper use
verb
• equip with instruments for measuring, recording, or controlling
Example sentence • He plays the guitar, a stringed instrument .
11 4 noun n noun
• right granted by law or contract (especially a right to benefits)
Example sentence • She felt a sense of entitlement after winning the first place trophy.
12 4 noun n noun
• an intricate trap that entangles or ensnares its victim
Example sentence • The detective found himself in a complicated entanglement of lies and deceit.
10 3 noun n noun
• the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit
Example sentence • The government is responsible for maintaining law and order in the country.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end
verb
• apply in a manner consistent with its purpose or design
Example sentence • The company purchased new software implements to improve efficiency.
8 2 noun n noun
• the lowermost portion of a structure partly or wholly below ground level; often used for storage
Example sentence • The basement is flooded after the heavy rain.
9 3 noun n Example sentence • Smoking can be of great detriment to your health.
14 4 noun n noun
• a feeling of sulky discontent
Example sentence • There was a sense of disgruntlement among the employees after the new policy was implemented.
11 3 noun n noun
• the act of enforcing; ensuring observance of or obedience to
Example sentence • The new law will require stricter enforcement of traffic regulations.
9 3 noun n noun
• waste matter (as urine or sweat but especially feces) discharged from the body
Example sentence • The dog's excrement was left on the sidewalk.
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.
11 4 noun n Example sentence • She has a calm temperament and is rarely fazed by stressful situations.
9 3 noun n Example sentence • The will is a legal testament that specifies how the deceased person's assets will be distributed.
13 4 noun n noun
• the shame you feel when your inadequacy or guilt is made public
Example sentence • Her face turned red with embarrassment when she realized she had mispronounced the word.
13 4 noun n noun
• an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention
Example sentence • Watching movies is a popular form of entertainment .
11 4 noun n noun
• the totality of surrounding conditions
Example sentence • It's important to protect the environment for future generations.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a feeling of intense annoyance caused by being tormented
Example sentence • She filed a complaint against her coworker for sexual harassment .
10 3 noun n noun
• the act of managing something
Example sentence • Effective management is crucial for the success of any organization.
8 2 noun n noun
• goods carried by a large vehicle
Example sentence • The shipment of goods arrived at the warehouse yesterday.
9 2 noun n noun
• care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury)
Example sentence • The doctor prescribed a new treatment for my illness.
9 3 noun n noun
• a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house
Example sentence • I am looking for a new apartment to rent.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
verb
• make or write a comment on
Example sentence • I appreciate your comment on my recent blog post.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a word or phrase used to complete a grammatical construction
verb
• make complete or perfect; supply what is wanting or form the complement to
Example sentence • Her red dress is the perfect complement to her green eyes.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a remark (or act) expressing praise and admiration
verb
• say something to someone that expresses praise
Example sentence • She gave him a nice compliment on his new haircut.
10 3 noun n noun
• a specialized division of a large organization
Example sentence • Please go to the customer service department for assistance.
11 3 noun n noun
• the state of being a slave
Example sentence • The enslavement of African people was a dark chapter in history.
13 4 noun n noun
• the act of forming or establishing something
Example sentence • The new restaurant is a popular establishment in town.
10 4 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation
verb
• to conduct a test or investigation
Example sentence • The scientist conducted experiments to test the new drug.
12 3 noun n noun
• an act that disregards an agreement or a right
Example sentence • The company filed a lawsuit against the competitor for patent infringement .
11 3 noun n noun
• a payment of part of a debt; usually paid at regular intervals
Example sentence • I have to pay my phone bill in monthly installments.
11 3 noun n noun
• the act or process of assigning numbers to phenomena according to a rule
Example sentence • The measurement of the room showed it was 10 feet by 12 feet.
6 2 noun n noun
• a particular point in time
Example sentence • I need a moment to think about it.
8 3 noun n noun
• a structure erected to commemorate persons or events
Example sentence • The Eiffel Tower is a famous monument in Paris.
10 3 noun n noun
• the state of being retired from one's business or occupation
Example sentence • She plans to travel extensively during her retirement .
9 3 noun n noun
• tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion
Example sentence • His sentiment towards the movie was very positive.
9 2 noun n noun
• a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc
Example sentence • She made a bold statement by wearing a bright red dress to the party.
8 3 noun n noun
• a run-down apartment house barely meeting minimal standards
Example sentence • The crowded tenement housed several families.
14 4 noun n noun
• a statement that is restrained in ironic contrast to what might have been said
Example sentence • His statement that the task was difficult was a considerable understatement .
12 4 noun n noun
• the state of being unemployed or not having a job
Example sentence • The government is implementing policies to reduce unemployment rates.
11 3 noun n noun
• the action of accomplishing something
Example sentence • Winning the championship was a great achievement for the team.
15 4 noun n noun
• the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged
Example sentence • She received an acknowledgement for her hard work.
9 3 noun n noun
• a feeling of delight at being entertained
Example sentence • The amusement park was filled with laughter and excitement.
11 3 noun n noun
• the thing arranged or agreed to
Example sentence • The flowers were organized in a beautiful arrangement .
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