8 2 noun
n
adjective
• occurring in or belonging to the present time
noun
• a flow of electricity through a conductor
Example sentence • Ocean currents can have a significant impact on weather patterns.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements)
Example sentence • The periodic table lists all the elements known to mankind.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
verb
• look after a child until it is an adult
Example sentence • My parents are both doctors.
8 2 noun
n
Example sentence • We hiked through the narrow gorges carved by torrents .
8 2 verb, noun
v, n
adjective
• temporal sense; intermediate between past and future; now existing or happening or in consideration
noun
• the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech
verb
• give an exhibition of to an interested audience
Example sentence • I received many presents on my birthday.
13 3 noun
n
noun
• flattery intended to persuade
Example sentence • She was not swayed by his blandishments and refused to change her decision.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• an organization of people (or countries) involved in a pact or treaty
Example sentence • The alignments of the planets will create a rare astronomical event.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• a duty that you are assigned to perform (especially in the armed forces)
Example sentence • I have to complete my assignments before the deadline.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• a specialized division of a large organization
Example sentence • The school has multiple departments , including the science department.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• a formal document written for a prosecuting attorney charging a person with some offense
Example sentence • The grand jury handed down multiple indictments against the accused.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• the act of managing something
Example sentence • Effective managements prioritize employee engagement and satisfaction.
13 3 noun
n
noun
• a statement that contains a mistake
Example sentence • Your misstatements during the debate were quite obvious.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• the act of punishing, or the infliction of a penalty
Example sentence • Harsh punishments are often seen as a deterrent to crime.
12 3 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• performing a role in an event that occurred at an earlier time
Example sentence • The historical society organized reenactments of famous battles from the Civil War.
8 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a writ from a court commanding police to perform specified acts
verb
• provide adequate grounds to justify (a certain course of action)
Example sentence • He had outstanding warrants for his arrest.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• people who lived in times long past (especially during the historical period before the fall of the Roman Empire in western Europe)
Example sentence • The writings of the ancients provide valuable insights into their way of life.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• all of the offspring of a given progenitor
Example sentence • The descendants of that family still live in this town.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury
Example sentence • There were no accidents reported on the highway today.
15 4 noun
n
noun
• the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged
Example sentence • The author would like to express his acknowledgments to his research assistants.
11 3 noun
n
adjective
• tending to draw together or constrict soft organic tissue
noun
• a drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals
adjective satellite
• sour or bitter in taste
Example sentence • She used astringents on her face to tighten her pores.
12 3 noun
n
noun
• the rapid and continuous delivery of linguistic communication (spoken or written)
Example sentence • The city endured relentless bombardments during the war.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• a person who has fallen into a decadent state (morally or artistically)
adjective satellite
• luxuriously self-indulgent
Example sentence • The decadents of the royal family still enjoy a life of luxury and privilege.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• someone who is no longer alive
Example sentence • The decedents of the deceased received their inheritance.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• act of putting off to a future time
Example sentence • He received multiple deferments from military service.
10 3 noun
n
adjective
• relying on or requiring a person or thing for support, supply, or what is needed
noun
• a person who relies on another person for support (especially financial support)
adjective satellite
• contingent on something else
Example sentence • Parents can claim their children as dependents on their tax return.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• the distribution of forces in preparation for battle or work
Example sentence • They sent troops on multiple deployments to the war zone.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• a person considered as descended from some ancestor
Example sentence • The museum showcased artifacts from the descendents of indigenous tribes.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a surface-active chemical widely used in industry and laundering
Example sentence • The store sells various brands of detergents .
15 4 noun
n
noun
• a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized
Example sentence • I've had many disappointments in my career.
10 2 noun
n
noun
• a person who dissents from some established policy
adjective satellite
• characterized by departure from accepted beliefs or standards
Example sentence • The government arrested several dissidents for speaking out against their policies.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a teacher at some universities
Example sentence • The docents at the museum took us on a guided tour of the art gallery.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• the state of being employed or having a job
Example sentence • She had multiple employments throughout her career.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• natural abilities or qualities
Example sentence • Many universities rely on the endowments of wealthy donors.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war
Example sentence • He canceled his previous engagements to attend the conference.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the pleasure felt when having a good time
Example sentence • I find great joy in the simple enjoyments of life.
12 3 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• a lighting fixture that uses a fluorescent lamp
adjective satellite
• emitting light during exposure to radiation from an external source
Example sentence • The fluorescents in the office flickered and made it difficult to concentrate.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit
Example sentence • Democratic governments prioritize the will of the majority.
12 3 noun
n
noun
• a parent of your father or mother
Example sentence • I love spending time with my grandparents during the holidays.
12 3 noun
n
noun
• a formal document charging a public official with misconduct in office
Example sentence • Several senators voted in favor of the impeachments of the corrupt officials.
10 3 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end
verb
• apply in a manner consistent with its purpose or design
Example sentence • She placed her gardening implements neatly in the shed.
9 3 noun
n
adjective
• falling or striking of light rays on something
noun
• a single distinct event
Example sentence • There have been several incidents of theft in the neighborhood.
9 3 noun
n
adjective satellite
• poor enough to need help from others
Example sentence • The local shelter provides meals and shelter for indigents in the community.
13 3 noun
n
noun
• an act that disregards an agreement or a right
Example sentence • The company has filed a lawsuit against the competitor for patent infringements .
12 3 noun
n
noun
• a payment of part of a debt; usually paid at regular intervals
Example sentence • I paid for the car in monthly installments .
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions)
adjective satellite
• in opposition to a civil authority or government
Example sentence • The government is struggling to control the insurgents in the region.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• a sheet or band of tough fibrous tissue connecting bones or cartilages or supporting muscles or organs
Example sentence • The torn ligaments in his knee required surgery.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a particular point in time
Example sentence • I cherish the moments I spend with my family.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• a contestant that you are matched against
adjective satellite
• characterized by active hostility
Example sentence • The political candidate attacked his opponents during his speech.
14 4 noun
n
noun
• making to seem more important than it really is
Example sentence • Her claims about her experience are overstatements .
8 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a sum of money paid or a claim discharged
Example sentence • The online payments were processed successfully.
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