9 3 adjective adj Example sentence • Her voice was quivering with emotion.
9 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a sensation of cold that often marks the start of an infection and the development of a fever
adjective satellite
• vibrating slightly and irregularly; as e.g. with fear or cold or like the leaves of an aspen in a breeze
Example sentence • I could not stop my shivering during the cold winter night.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a group of persons together in one place
Example sentence • The family reunion was a joyful gathering of relatives from near and far.
9 3 noun n adjective satellite
• troubled by pain or loss
Example sentence • The suffering caused by poverty is heartbreaking.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of breaking something into small pieces
adjective satellite
• seemingly loud enough to break something; violently rattling or clattering
Example sentence • The shattering news left everyone in shock.
11 4 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the cognitive processes whereby past experience is remembered
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• cooking in a liquid that has been brought to a boil
Example sentence • The simmering pot of soup smelled delicious.
8 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• tending to make sober or more serious
Example sentence • The movie depicted a sobering reality of war.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• travelling about without any clear destination
Example sentence • Her mind was filled with dreams and wanderings of far-off lands.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• (of the voice) quivering as from weakness or fear
Example sentence • Her quavering voice betrayed her nervousness.
8 3 verb v Example sentence • He was severing ties with his old business partners.
10 3 noun n noun
• a mechanical device on a camera that opens and closes to control the time of a photographic exposure
Example sentence • The shuttering on the window gave the room a dark and cozy feel.
8 3 noun n noun
• something offered (as a proposal or bid)
Example sentence • The store has a wide variety of offerings to choose from.
10 4 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• returning to health after illness or debility
Example sentence • She is a recovering alcoholic.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind
adjective satellite
• making a low continuous indistinct sound
Example sentence • She spoke in a whispering voice, barely audible.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of subjecting to strong attack
Example sentence • The storm caused a heavy battering on the coastline.
8 3 noun n noun
• providing food and services
Example sentence • The catering company provided delicious food for the wedding.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the rapid series of noises made by the parts of a machine
Example sentence • The chattering of birds in the trees woke me up.
8 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a natural object that covers or envelops
Example sentence • The painting was protected by a protective covering .
10 3 adjective adj adjective
• showing or representing to advantage
adjective satellite
• obsequiously complimentary
Example sentence • She received many flattering compliments on her new dress.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective
• when a plant is in a state of possessing one or multiple flowers and/or blooms
noun
• the time and process of budding and unfolding of blossoms
Example sentence • The flowering plants in the garden are so beautiful.
9 3 verb, adverb, noun, adjective v, adv, n, adj noun
• the act of pounding (delivering repeated heavy blows)
Example sentence • The hammering of the construction workers could be heard from miles away.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal)
Example sentence • We could hear the hollering from the football stadium.
9 3 adjective adj Example sentence • She had a lingering cough after recovering from the flu.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• becoming proficient in the use of something; having mastery of
Example sentence • Her mastering of the subject matter impressed the professor.
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• excessively hot and humid or marked by sweating and faintness
Example sentence • The sweltering heat made it difficult to concentrate.
10 3 adverb, adjective adv, adj Example sentence • The thundering noise woke me up from my sleep.
9 3 verb, noun v, n verb
• make off with belongings of others
Example sentence • The pilfering of office supplies is against company policy.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech
adjective satellite
• making a low continuous indistinct sound
Example sentence • The soft murmuring of the creek was a soothing sound.
11 4 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj verb
• discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of by perception with the eyes
Example sentence • His discovering of the ancient artifact amazed the archaeologists.
10 3 adjective adj noun
• a weak and tremulous light
verb
• shine with a weak or fitful light
Example sentence • The shimmering stars illuminated the night sky.
9 3 noun n noun
• something added to food primarily for the savor it imparts
Example sentence • I added vanilla flavoring to the cake batter.
8 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• taking a small amount into the mouth to test its quality
Example sentence • I took a moment to enjoy the savoring of the delicious meal.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use)
adjective satellite
• wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction
Example sentence • The withering heat of the desert made it unbearable to go outside.
9 3 verb, adverb v, adv Example sentence • I was wondering if you could help me with my homework.
9 3 verb v adjective
• changing for the better
Example sentence • She is bettering her skills in painting by taking art classes.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• turning an oar parallel to the water between pulls
Example sentence • The bird's feathers had a beautiful feathering pattern.
10 3 adjective adj noun
• a slight suggestion or vague understanding
Example sentence • The glimmering stars illuminated the night sky.
9 3 noun n noun
• a yearning for something or to do something
Example sentence • I have a hankering for some ice cream.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the trade of cutting or preparing or selling timber
adjective satellite
• slow and laborious because of weight
Example sentence • The lumbering elephant made its way through the jungle.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the sterilization of an animal
Example sentence • The veterinarian explained the benefits of neutering , including preventing certain health problems.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • I saw a numbering of birds on my morning walk.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• shaking convulsively or violently
Example sentence • She felt a shuddering sensation as the roller coaster descended at high speed.
11 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of chipping something
Example sentence • He got a splintering in his finger from the wooden table.
8 3 verb v noun
• the act of gradually lowering the size or amount
adjective satellite
• becoming gradually narrower
Example sentence • He is tapering off his medication under the doctor's supervision.
10 4 verb, noun v, n noun
• the removal of covering
Example sentence • The archaeologists made an important uncovering during the excavation.
12 4 adjective adj adjective
• showing or representing unfavorably
Example sentence • She posted an unflattering picture of me on social media.
10 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable
Example sentence • Her commitment to her goals remained unwavering despite the challenges she faced.
8 3 adjective adj noun
• indecision in speech or action
adjective satellite
• uncertain in purpose or action
Example sentence • Her wavering voice revealed her uncertainty.
11 4 Example sentence • He is very talented considering his young age.
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