6 2 noun n noun
• the part of the foot of a vertebrate between the metatarsus and the leg; in human beings the bones of the ankle and heel collectively
Example sentence • The tarsus is the bone in the human ankle.
6 2 noun n noun
• an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty
Example sentence • The country is facing an economic crisis .
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 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.
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 .
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.
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.
9 4 noun n noun
• identifying the nature or cause of some phenomenon
Example sentence • The doctor made a diagnosis of pneumonia.
8 2 adjective adj adjective
• characterized by charm, good taste, and generosity of spirit
adjective satellite
• characterized by kindness and warm courtesy especially of a king to his subjects
Example sentence • She was gracious enough to invite us to her party.
7 3 adjective adj adjective
• concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities
Example sentence • He has a serious illness and needs to undergo surgery.
9 3 noun n noun
• a chronic disease interfering with the normal functioning of the liver; the major cause is chronic alcoholism
Example sentence • The primary cause of cirrhosis is chronic alcoholism.
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.
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 .
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.
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 .
9 3 noun n noun
• any pathological hardening or thickening of tissue
Example sentence • Multiple sclerosis is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system.
9 3 adjective adj noun
• variety of sweet eating apples
adjective satellite
• greatly pleasing or entertaining
Example sentence • The chocolate cake was delicious .
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.
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.
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.
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.
8 2 noun n noun
• conformity with rules or standards
Example sentence • The judge emphasized the importance of fairness in the courtroom.
8 2 adjective adj Example sentence • The Sphinx cat is a hairless breed.
7 2 noun n noun
• a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation
Example sentence • He was known for his artistic prowess .
9 3 noun n Example sentence • She raised awareness about the importance of recycling through her campaign.
8 3 noun n noun
• the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)
Example sentence • Cell death due to necrosis is often associated with inflammation.
12 5 noun n noun
• infection transmitted by inhalation or ingestion of tubercle bacilli and manifested in fever and small lesions (usually in the lungs but in various other parts of the body in acute stages)
Example sentence • Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis .
7 2 noun n noun
• the wife of a duke or a woman holding ducal title in her own right
Example sentence • The duchess wore a beautiful gown to the royal ball.
7 3 adjective adj adjective
• eager to investigate and learn or learn more (sometimes about others' concerns)
adjective satellite
• beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
Example sentence • I'm curious to know what the outcome will be.
8 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree
Example sentence • The elephant had an enormous size.
8 2 adjective adj adjective
• oblivious of dangers or perils or calmly resolute in facing them
adjective satellite
• invulnerable to fear or intimidation
Example sentence • She is a fearless rock climber.
7 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• marked by extreme and violent energy
Example sentence • She was furious with her brother for breaking her favorite toy.
8 3 adjective adj adjective
• having or deserving or conferring glory
adjective satellite
• characterized by grandeur
Example sentence • The sunset over the ocean was a glorious sight.
11 3 adjective adj adjective
• not conscious; lacking awareness and the capacity for sensory perception as if asleep or dead
noun
• that part of the mind wherein psychic activity takes place of which the person is unaware
adjective satellite
• without conscious volition
Example sentence • She fell and hit her head, knocking her unconscious .
7 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity
Example sentence • She explored various options before making a decision.
9 2 adjective adj adjective
• knowing and perceiving; having awareness of surroundings and sensations and thoughts
adjective satellite
• intentionally conceived
Example sentence • She made a conscious decision to pursue her dreams.
8 2 adjective adj Example sentence • She looked absolutely gorgeous in her wedding dress.
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• openly distrustful and unwilling to confide
Example sentence • The suspicious man was loitering near the bank.
6 2 noun n preposition
• Against; in opposition to.
Example sentence • The game tonight is Lakers versus Celtics.
10 5 noun n noun
• model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal
Example sentence • Her performance in the play was seen as the apotheosis of her acting career.
7 3 noun n noun
• (genetics) cell division that produces reproductive cells in sexually reproducing organisms; the nucleus divides into four nuclei each containing half the chromosome number (leading to gametes in animals and spores in plants)
Example sentence • During meiosis , homologous chromosomes pair up and exchange genetic material.
9 3 noun n noun
• the human nose (especially when it is large)
Example sentence • The butterfly used its proboscis to drink nectar from the flower.
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 .
7 3 noun n noun
• the territorial jurisdiction of a bishop
Example sentence • The bishop of the diocese presided over the ordination ceremony.
9 3 noun n noun
• state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy
Example sentence • She always radiates happiness wherever she goes.
7 2 noun n noun
• the quality of being just or fair
Example sentence • The judge delivered a verdict in the name of justice .
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• work done by one person or group that benefits another
verb
• be used by; as of a utility
Example sentence • The customer service at this hotel is top-notch.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• someone who sees an event and reports what happened
Example sentence • The witness identified the suspect in the lineup.
7 2 adjective adj Example sentence • She felt anxious before her big presentation.
9 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• marked by or causing boisterous merriment or convulsive laughter
Example sentence • The comedian's jokes were absolutely hilarious .
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