12 3 noun
n
noun
• a yellow dye that is visible even when highly diluted; used as an absorption indicator when silver nitrate solution is added to sodium chloride in order to precipitate silver chloride (turns pink when no chloride ions are left in solution and negative fluorescein ions are then absorbed)
Example sentence • The scientist used fluoresceins to visualize the cells under a microscope.
15 5 noun
n
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Example sentence • After a severe illness, she required a long period of reconvalescence .
5 1
adverb
• From a specified time in the past.
preposition
• From: referring to a period of time ending in the present and defining it by the point in time at which it started, or the period in which its starting point occurred.
Example sentence • I haven't seen him since last week.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• the time and process of budding and unfolding of blossoms
Example sentence • The florescence of the cherry blossoms added beauty to the park.
6 1 noun
n
noun
• a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)
Example sentence • The prince rode on his white horse.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the state of cohering or sticking together
Example sentence • The essay lacked coherence ; it jumped from one idea to another without any logical flow.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the quality of being unlike or dissimilar
Example sentence • There is a noticeable difference in color between the two paintings.
12 4 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• light emitted during absorption of radiation of some other (invisible) wavelength
Example sentence • The fluorescence of the jellyfish made it glow in the dark.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• the state of being silent (as when no one is speaking)
verb
• cause to be quiet or not talk
Example sentence • The room fell into silence after the professor finished speaking.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• unstable flow of a liquid or gas
Example sentence • The flight encountered severe turbulence during the storm.
8 2 verb
v
verb
• make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something
Example sentence • I convinced my friend to go bungee jumping with me.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
Example sentence • I live in the province of Ontario.
5 1 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• the third sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about May 21 to June 20
Example sentence • The twins are identical and look exactly alike.
4 1 noun
n
verb
• commit a sin; violate a law of God or a moral law
Example sentence • He confessed his sins to the priest.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• the time period between the beginning of puberty and adulthood
Example sentence • During adolescence , teenagers often experience a heightened sense of self-awareness.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• a closed carriage with four wheels and seats for four passengers
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a prearranged meeting for consultation or exchange of information or discussion (especially one with a formal agenda)
Example sentence • I will be attending a conference on AI next week.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience
Example sentence • The essence of the poem lies in its beautiful imagery.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the state or fact of existing
Example sentence • The existence of aliens has been a topic of debate for centuries.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the quality of innocent naivete
Example sentence • The child's innocence was evident in the way he saw the world.
7 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• excessive freedom; lack of due restraint
Example sentence • You need a valid driving licence in order to operate a vehicle.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• wealth as evidenced by sumptuous living
Example sentence • The opulence of the palace left visitors in awe.
8 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• the state of being present; current existence
Example sentence • His presence at the meeting was greatly appreciated.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• a string of words satisfying the grammatical rules of a language
verb
• pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law
Example sentence • I need to write a strong closing sentence for my essay.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• an act of aggression (as one against a person who resists)
Example sentence • Children who witness domestic violence are more likely to become violent themselves.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the physical property of a material that can return to its original shape or position after deformation that does not exceed its elastic limit
Example sentence • Her resilience helped her overcome the challenges she faced.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• the process of growing into a youth
Example sentence • The artist captured the sense of juvenescence in her painting of a young girl playing in the field.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the time of life when sex glands become functional
Example sentence • My daughter's pubescence began when she was 12 years old.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• in a state of progressive putrefaction
Example sentence • The smell of putrescence filled the room.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the organic process of growing older and showing the effects of increasing age
Example sentence • Cellular senescence is a state of permanent growth arrest.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• tumidity resulting from the presence of blood or other fluid in the tissues
Example sentence • The doctor measured the patient's tumescence during the physical examination.
5 1 verb
v
noun
• food chopped into small bits
verb
• make less severe or harsh
Example sentence • She carefully minced the garlic for the pasta sauce.
5 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a liquid preparation used on wet hair to give it a tint
verb
• wash off soap or remaining dirt
Example sentence • I gave my car a rinse before applying the wax.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the trait of abstaining (especially from alcohol)
Example sentence • She practiced abstinence from alcohol for the duration of her pregnancy.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the quality of being adequately or well qualified physically and intellectually
Example sentence • She displayed great competence in managing the team.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• an expression of sympathy with another's grief
Example sentence • I offered my condolences to the grieving family.
13 4 noun
n
noun
• gradual healing (through rest) after sickness or injury
Example sentence • After her surgery, she needed several weeks of convalescence to fully recover.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• the occurrence of two or more things coming together
Example sentence • The convergence of two rivers created a magnificent waterfall.
13 4 noun
n
noun
• the process of bubbling as gas escapes
Example sentence • The sparkling water had a refreshing effervescence .
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the quality of excelling; possessing good qualities in high degree
Example sentence • She achieved academic excellence by earning straight A's.
10 3 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a state of excessive gas in the alimentary canal
Example sentence • Excessive flatulence can be a sign of a digestive disorder.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the quality of lacking strength or power; being weak and feeble
Example sentence • The man's impotence prevented him from fathering children.
9 3 noun
n
Example sentence • Her impudence knew no bounds as she openly insulted her boss in front of everyone.
13 4 noun
n
noun
• the phenomenon of light emission by a body as its temperature is raised
Example sentence • The incandescence of the candle filled the room with a warm glow.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the relative frequency of occurrence of something
Example sentence • The incidence of crime in the city has increased in recent years.
13 4 noun
n
noun
• the time and process of budding and unfolding of blossoms
Example sentence • The inflorescence of the sunflower consists of many small individual flowers arranged in a disc shape.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• continual and persistent demands
Example sentence • He finally gave in to her insistence and agreed to go to the party.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties
Example sentence • Her insolence towards her boss cost her the promotion.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• the visual property of something having a milky brightness and a play of colors from the surface
Example sentence • The butterfly's wings had a beautiful iridescence , shimmering in different colors.
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