6 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective
• limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
noun
• a small amount or duration
adjective satellite
• (of children and animals) young, immature
Example sentence • She bought a little red dress for the party.
7 2 verb v noun
• English aeronautical engineer who invented the jet aircraft engine (1907-1996)
verb
• cut small bits or pare shavings from
Example sentence • The old man would often whittle away the time by carving intricate patterns on walking sticks.
7 2 noun n noun
• a clear liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands of the mouth; moistens the mouth and starts the digestion of starches
Example sentence • She wiped a fleck of spittle from her son's chin.
9 3 noun n noun
• a judgment of not guilty
Example sentence • The jury reached an acquittal , declaring the defendant not guilty.
6 2 verb v verb
• To tickle, to touch lightly.
8 3 verb v verb
• cause to seem less serious; play down
Example sentence • He tends to belittle others to make himself feel superior.
6 2 noun n Example sentence • Can you solve this riddle ?
7 2 noun n noun
• a bowling pin of the type used in playing ninepins or (in England) skittles
Example sentence • I bought a bag of skittles at the store.
6 2 noun n noun
• a tiny or scarcely detectable amount
12 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• refusing to bind oneself to a particular course of action or view or the like
Example sentence • He gave a noncommittal answer when asked about his future plans.
6 2 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• of a stage in the development of a language or literature between earlier and later stages
noun
• an area that is approximately central within some larger region
adjective satellite
• being neither at the beginning nor at the end in a series
Example sentence • He found his keys in the middle of the room.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of going from one place to another
verb
• change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
Example sentence • I love to travel and explore new places.
7 2 noun n Example sentence • He is always causing trouble at school.
6 2 noun n verb
• To provide or obtain edible provisions.
8 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The movie was horrible ; I couldn't even finish watching it.
8 3 adjective satellite
• causing fear or dread or terror
Example sentence • The storm yesterday was terrible .
6 2 noun n
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Example sentence • She wore a white kittel on her wedding day.
7 3 adjective adj adjective
• of or relating to the state of marriage
Example sentence • They sought counseling to improve their marital relationship.
10 4 adjective adj adjective
• relating to events before a marriage
Example sentence • They entered into a premarital counseling program before their wedding.
6 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering
Example sentence • The boxer delivered a brutal punch to his opponent's face.
9 3 noun n noun
• the official act of consigning a person to confinement (as in a prison or mental hospital)
Example sentence • The committal of the defendant to jail was a significant moment in the trial.
6 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a base hit at which the batter stops safely at third base
adjective satellite
• having three units or components or elements
Example sentence • She scored a triple jump in the track and field competition.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a series of small (usually idle) twists or turns
verb
• turn in a twisting or spinning motion
Example sentence • He sat by the fire and gave the twiddle a spin.
7 2 adjective adj adjective
• of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis
adjective satellite
• having crucial relevance
Example sentence • It is crucial to follow the instructions carefully.
7 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• easily broken or damaged or destroyed
Example sentence • The antique vase is very fragile and should be handled with extreme care.
5 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions)
verb
• take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance
Example sentence • The rebel led a group of insurgents against the government.
5 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective
• as a rival in a competition
noun
• the contestant you hope to defeat
verb
• be equal to in quality or ability
Example sentence • I have always considered him my greatest rival in the business world.
7 2 noun n noun
• a building where prostitutes are available
Example sentence • He was arrested for running an illegal brothel .
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an energetic attempt to achieve something
verb
• make a strenuous or labored effort
Example sentence • Life is full of struggles, but they make us stronger.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture
Example sentence • He blew the whistle to signal the start of the game.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a baby bed with sides and rockers
verb
• hold gently and carefully
Example sentence • She gently rocked the baby in the cradle .
6 2 noun n noun
• (plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
Example sentence • Many people attended the concert last night.
5 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a shoulder firearm with a long barrel and a rifled bore
verb
• steal goods; take as spoils
Example sentence • He aimed his rifle at the target and pulled the trigger.
8 3 noun n noun
• the formal act of approving
Example sentence • She received approval from her boss for the new project.
8 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a noncommissioned officer in the Army or Air Force or Marines
adjective satellite
• affecting or characteristic of the body as opposed to the mind or spirit
Example sentence • The corporal led his platoon into battle.
10 4 adjective adj adjective
• relating to or concerned with electricity
Example sentence • The electrical wiring in the house needs to be replaced.
10 4 adjective adj adjective
• of or relating to the study of history
adjective satellite
• having once lived or existed or taken place in the real world as distinct from being legendary
Example sentence • The historical records show that this town was founded in 1850.
7 2 verb, noun v, n verb
• have a disagreement over something
Example sentence • They had a heated quarrel over who should take out the trash.
10 4 adjective adj adjective
• incapable of being tolerated or endured
Example sentence • The heat in the room was unbearable , causing everyone to sweat profusely.
8 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• lovable especially in a childlike or naive way
Example sentence • The puppy was absolutely adorable with its fluffy fur and playful demeanor.
7 3 noun n noun
• any amazing or wonderful occurrence
Example sentence • The birth of a healthy baby despite medical complications is considered a miracle .
10 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• characterized by or arising from psychoneurotic hysteria
Example sentence • She was in a hysterical state after receiving the bad news.
6 2 noun n noun
• a person who is regarded as treacherous or sneaky
Example sentence • The weasel scurried across the yard.
4 1 noun
• the capability of conscious choice and decision and intention
Example sentence • I will go to the store tomorrow.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• bowed stringed instrument that is the highest member of the violin family; this instrument has four strings and a hollow body and an unfretted fingerboard and is played with a bow
verb
• avoid (one's assigned duties)
Example sentence • He played a beautiful melody on his fiddle .
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• flowing in drops; the formation and falling of drops of liquid
verb
• run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream
Example sentence • He wiped the dribble from the corner of the baby's mouth.
6 2 verb, noun v, n verb
• let saliva drivel from the mouth
Example sentence • I can't stand listening to his mindless drivel .
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• very light rain; stronger than mist but less than a shower
Example sentence • I forgot my umbrella and got soaked in the drizzle .
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a small wave on the surface of a liquid
verb
• stir up (water) so as to form ripples
Example sentence • The stone created a ripple as it hit the water.
6 2 verb v noun
• a long wooden bench with a back
verb
• settle into a position, usually on a surface or ground
Example sentence • After a long day of hiking, we decided to settle by the campfire.
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