11 3 noun n noun
• the temporal property of two things happening at the same time
Example sentence • A conjunction joins two clauses together in a sentence.
10 3 noun n noun
• a formal command or admonition
Example sentence • The judge issued an injunction to prevent the company from selling its patented product.
8 2 noun n noun
• the place where two or more things come together
Example sentence • At the junction , turn left to reach the supermarket.
11 3 noun n noun
• a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)
Example sentence • He felt no compunction about lying to his boss.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• (mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function)
verb
• perform as expected when applied
Example sentence • The function of the heart is to pump blood throughout the body.
12 3 noun n noun
• the act of constructing something
Example sentence • The construction of the new office building is almost complete.
11 3 noun
• the termination of something by causing so much damage to it that it cannot be repaired or no longer exists
Example sentence • The hurricane left a path of destruction in its wake.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act or process of producing something
Example sentence • The factory increased its production of automobiles.
11 3 noun n noun
• (medicine) any disturbance in the functioning of an organ or body part or a disturbance in the functioning of a social group
Example sentence • The company's dysfunction was evident in its disorganized workflow and constant turnover.
11 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a failure to function normally
verb
• fail to function or function improperly
Example sentence • The malfunction of the heating system caused the temperature to drop significantly.
6 2 verb v Example sentence • Please listen carefully to my instructions.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the criminal act of capturing and carrying away by force a family member; if a man's wife is abducted it is a crime against the family relationship and against the wife
Example sentence • The police are investigating the abduction of a young girl from her home.
9 3 noun n noun
• a reduction in the gross amount on which a tax is calculated; reduces taxes by the percentage fixed for the taxpayer's income bracket
Example sentence • The detective made a deduction based on the evidence found at the crime scene.
9 3 noun n noun
• a formal entry into an organization or position or office
Example sentence • The induction ceremony for the new members of the club will be held next week.
11 3 noun n noun
• any structure that makes progress difficult
Example sentence • The fallen tree was a major obstruction in the middle of the road.
9 3 noun n noun
• the act of decreasing or reducing something
Example sentence • The company announced a significant reduction in its workforce.
9 3 noun n noun
• enticing someone astray from right behavior
Example sentence • She used her charm and seduction to win him over.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• something done (usually as opposed to something said)
verb
• institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against
Example sentence • He took immediate action and called for help.
9 3 noun n noun
• the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
Example sentence • Please pay attention to the instructions.
9 3 noun n noun
• a state at a particular time
verb
• establish a conditioned response
Example sentence • He was in critical condition after the car accident.
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.
11 4 noun n noun
• a message received and understood
Example sentence • I need more information before I can make a decision.
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.
7 2 verb v noun
• a remark that calls attention to something or someone
Example sentence • She mentioned that she was going on vacation next month.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work
Example sentence • The astronauts were on a dangerous mission to explore the uncharted territory of outer space.
5 2 noun n noun
• a large body of water constituting a principal part of the hydrosphere
Example sentence • The ocean is vast and deep.
9 4 noun n noun
• the state of being in effect or being operative
Example sentence • The doctors performed a complex heart operation on the patient.
10 3 noun n noun
• approval to do something
Example sentence • I need permission to access this file.
8 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the particular portion of space occupied by something
verb
• cause to be in an appropriate place, state, or relation
Example sentence • He was offered a high-paying position at a prestigious company.
9 4 noun n noun
• the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time
Example sentence • The current situation is very complicated.
7 2 noun n noun
• a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose
Example sentence • I need to go to the train station to get my ticket.
8 3 noun n noun
• leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure
verb
• spend or take a vacation
Example sentence • I am going on vacation next week.
6 2 noun n noun
• the child of your aunt or uncle
Example sentence • My cousin and I are the same age.
8 3 noun n noun
• the act of making up your mind about something
Example sentence • I have made a difficult decision .
10 3 noun n noun
• no longer active; extinguished
Example sentence • The extinction of the dinosaurs occurred millions of years ago.
7 2 noun n noun
• an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another
Example sentence • She inherited a large fortune from her grandfather.
7 2 noun n noun
• a room equipped for preparing meals
Example sentence • I am cooking in the kitchen .
6 2 noun n Example sentence • I learned an important lesson about trust.
8 3 noun n noun
• the branches of medical science that deal with nonsurgical techniques
verb
• treat medicinally, treat with medicine
Example sentence • I forgot to take my medicine this morning.
6 2 noun n noun
• a human being; person, singular, assertive existential pronoun; pronoun, person, singular; quantifier: assertive existential
Example sentence • He is a kind and caring person .
6 2 noun n noun
• a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment
Example sentence • He was sentenced to five years in prison for his crimes.
8 2 noun n noun
• an instance of questioning
verb
• challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
Example sentence • I have a question about the homework assignment.
6 2 noun n noun
• a rational motive for a belief or action
verb
• decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion
Example sentence • There is no reason to be upset about minor setbacks.
10 4 noun n noun
• broadcasting visual images of stationary or moving objects
Example sentence • I enjoy watching television in the evening.
9 3 noun n noun
• being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs)
Example sentence • He struggled with drug addiction for years.
9 3 noun n noun
• a positive feeling of liking
Example sentence • She showed her affection for the puppy by gently petting its head.
10 3 noun n noun
• the force by which one object attracts another
Example sentence • The amusement park has many rides and attractions for families to enjoy.
7 2 noun n noun
• a variety of bridge in which tricks made in excess of the contract are scored toward game; now generally superseded by contract bridge
Example sentence • The auction for the antique painting was highly competitive.
10 3 noun n noun
• several things grouped together or considered as a whole
Example sentence • I have a large collection of stamps.
10 3 noun n noun
• a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)
Example sentence • The internet connection is very slow today.
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