15 6 verb, noun v, n noun
• the cognitive process of making something seem consistent with or based on reason
Example sentence • His justification for not attending the meeting was just a rationalization .
13 5 noun n noun
• making modern in appearance or behavior
Example sentence • The city's modernization plan includes upgrading the public transportation system.
14 5 noun n noun
• a method of tending to or managing the affairs of some group of people (especially the group's business affairs)
Example sentence • The university administration is responsible for managing the academic programs.
12 5 verb, noun v, n noun
• act of assembling and putting into readiness for war or other emergency:
Example sentence • The mobilization of troops was necessary to defend the country.
12 4 noun n noun
• something (such as money) given or received as payment or reparation (as for a service or loss or injury)
Example sentence • The company offered him a generous compensation package to persuade him to accept the job offer.
13 5 noun n noun
• a creation spoken or written or composed extemporaneously (without prior preparation)
Example sentence • Her acting skills were impressive, especially her ability for improvisation .
12 5 noun n noun
• a society in an advanced state of social development (e.g., with complex legal and political and religious organizations)
Example sentence • The Mayans created a highly advanced civilization in Central America.
12 4 noun n noun
• (psychoanalysis) an unconscious process whereby two ideas or images combine into a single symbol; especially in dreams
Example sentence • The window was covered in condensation after the hot shower.
14 6 noun n noun
• act of changing from a war basis to a peace basis including disbanding or discharging troops
Example sentence • The demobilization of troops began after the ceasefire was declared.
14 6 noun n noun
• destroying the moral basis for a doctrine or policy
Example sentence • The constant criticism and negativity have led to the demoralization of the entire team.
14 6 noun n noun
• the imposition of a new organization; organizing differently (often involving extensive and drastic changes)
Example sentence • The company announced a reorganization of its departments to streamline operations.
14 6 noun n noun
• the act of degrading people with respect to their best qualities
Example sentence • The dehumanization of war leads to unspeakable acts of violence.
13 5 noun n noun
• conversion into dramatic form
Example sentence • The movie was a highly emotional dramatization of the true events.
12 4 noun n noun
• assistance in time of difficulty
Example sentence • She devoted her life to the ministration of the sick and elderly.
15 6 noun n noun
• a consideration of a topic (as in a meeting) with a view to changing an earlier decision
Example sentence • After receiving the rejection letter, he submitted a letter of reconsideration .
15 7 noun n noun
• act of making on a greatly reduced scale
Example sentence • The miniaturization of electronic devices has revolutionized the tech industry.
13 5 noun n noun
• a condition resembling that of a mummy
Example sentence • The process of mummification in ancient Egypt involved preserving the body through various techniques.
15 4 noun n noun
• an operation moving an organ from one organism (the donor) to another (the recipient)
Example sentence • The patient underwent a kidney transplantation last week.
12 5 noun n noun
• to represent as diabolically evil
Example sentence • The demonization of certain minority groups has led to increased discrimination.
13 5 verb, noun v, n noun
• an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities
Example sentence • The police launched an investigation into the murder case.
12 4 noun n noun
• the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
Example sentence • We had a long and meaningful conversation about our future plans.
15 6 verb, noun v, n noun
• the action of forming or becoming a nation
Example sentence • The nationalization of the oil industry led to increased government control.
14 5 noun n noun
• the act of consolidating power under a central control
Example sentence • The company implemented centralization to streamline operations.
14 6 noun n noun
• bringing again into activity and prominence
Example sentence • The government has plans for the revitalization of the downtown area.
11 5 noun n noun
• the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses
Example sentence • She had a vivid imagination and could easily create fantastical worlds in her mind.
14 5 noun n noun
• a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something
Example sentence • His interpretation of the play was completely different from mine.
10 4 noun n noun
• (medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease
Example sentence • She takes medication every morning for her chronic illness.
14 6 noun n noun
• the restoration of someone to a useful place in society
Example sentence • He underwent rehabilitation after his knee surgery.
13 5 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of making an organism barren or infertile (unable to reproduce)
Example sentence • The hospital follows strict protocols for sterilization of surgical instruments.
15 5 verb, noun v, n noun
• the relation that exists when things occur at the same time
Example sentence • The synchronization of the dancers' movements was flawless.
14 4 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The transformation of the caterpillar into a butterfly is a fascinating process.
13 5 noun n noun
• creation by the physical union of male and female gametes; of sperm and ova in an animal or pollen and ovule in a plant
Example sentence • Successful fertilization requires the gametes to come into contact with each other.
11 4 noun n noun
• an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others
Example sentence • She has a strong inclination for music.
12 4 noun n noun
• a response of body tissues to injury or irritation; characterized by pain and swelling and redness and heat
Example sentence • The doctor prescribed medication to reduce the inflammation in my knee.
13 6 noun n noun
• the act of coming together again
Example sentence • The reunification of East and West Germany was a significant event in European history.
9 3 noun n noun
• an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation
Example sentence • The sensation of warmth enveloped her as she stepped out of the cold rain.
11 5 noun n noun
• an occurrence that involves the production of a union
Example sentence • The unification of the two countries was celebrated with a grand ceremony.
20 8 noun n
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Example sentence • The institutionalization of slavery in America led to decades of oppression and inequality.
12 4 noun n noun
• the act or process of complicating
Example sentence • The surgery carried some risks of complications.
13 5 noun n noun
• the state of being allied or confederated
Example sentence • Canada is a federal confederation composed of 10 provinces and 3 territories.
13 4 noun n noun
• an arrangement of parts or elements
Example sentence • The Big Dipper is a well-known constellation in the northern hemisphere.
12 5 noun n noun
• a group of religious congregations having its own organization and a distinctive faith
Example sentence • I belong to the Catholic denomination .
12 4 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of installing something (as equipment)
Example sentence • The installation of new software on my computer took a long time.
20 8 noun n noun
• the act of bringing something under international control
Example sentence • The internationalization of trade has led to increased global economic interdependence.
15 6 noun n noun
• the social process of becoming or being made marginal (especially as a group within the larger society)
Example sentence • The marginalization of certain groups can perpetuate social inequalities.
10 4 noun n noun
• the guidance of ships or airplanes from place to place
Example sentence • The spacecraft's navigation system guided it safely through the asteroid belt.
10 4 noun n noun
• the act of officially naming a candidate
Example sentence • His nomination for Best Actor was well-deserved.
10 4 verb, noun v, n noun
• a condition of disability resulting from the loss of one or more limbs
Example sentence • The doctor recommended amputation as the only option to save the patient's life.
12 4 noun n noun
• an expression of strong disapproval; pronouncing as wrong or morally culpable
Example sentence • The politician's actions were met with widespread condemnation .
14 5 noun n noun
• the act of acknowledging that someone has an occasion for celebration
Example sentence • I want to extend my congratulations on your graduation.
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