11 3 noun
n
noun
• the act of furnishing an equivalent person or thing in the place of another
Example sentence • I need to find a replacement for my broken phone.
12 3 noun
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noun
• act of taking the place of another especially using underhanded tactics
Example sentence • The displacement of the ship caused it to rock back and forth.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• the spatial property of the way in which something is placed
Example sentence • The placement of furniture in a room can greatly affect the overall aesthetics.
14 4 noun
n
noun
• the action of accomplishing something
Example sentence • Winning the championship was a great accomplishment for the team.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• the act of coercing someone into government service
Example sentence • Many men were forced into service through impressment .
8 2 noun
n
noun
• the lowermost portion of a structure partly or wholly below ground level; often used for storage
Example sentence • The basement is flooded after the heavy rain.
12 3 verb, noun, adjective
v, n, adj
noun
• The process of helping to find new employment for redundant workers, especially executives
Example sentence • The company provided outplacement services for employees who were laid off.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• a promotional statement (as found on the dust jackets of books)
Example sentence • The actor received a lucrative endorsement deal with a popular beverage company.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• an improvement that makes something more agreeable
Example sentence • The company has invested in research and development for the enhancement of their products.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• a change for the better; progress in development
Example sentence • There has been a significant improvement in her test scores.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• the act of enforcing; ensuring observance of or obedience to
Example sentence • The new law will require stricter enforcement of traffic regulations.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• a space into which an area is subdivided
Example sentence • I keep my socks in a separate compartment in my drawer.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• a superior paper resembling sheepskin
Example sentence • She unrolled the ancient parchment and began to read the faded text.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• being mixed with extraneous material; the product of adulterating
Example sentence • The debasement of the currency led to skyrocketing inflation.
13 4 noun
n
noun
• the act of forming or establishing something
Example sentence • The new restaurant is a popular establishment in town.
13 4 noun
n
noun
• a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission
Example sentence • The teacher used positive reinforcement to encourage good behavior in the classroom.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• the rapid and continuous delivery of linguistic communication (spoken or written)
Example sentence • The city endured a relentless bombardment during the war.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a long artificial mound of stone or earth; built to hold back water or to support a road or as protection
Example sentence • The river overflowed and flooded the embankment .
12 3 noun
n
noun
• any entry into an area not previously occupied
Example sentence • The construction of the new shopping mall resulted in the encroachment on the green space.
11 4 adjective
adj
adjective satellite
• characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality
Example sentence • She was reprimanded for her impertinent behavior in class.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• dignified manner or conduct
Example sentence • His dignified comportment at the ceremony earned him many compliments.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• complete attention; intense mental effort
Example sentence • Her engrossment in the book was evident from her inability to put it down.
11 3 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• placing private property in the custody of an officer of the law
Example sentence • The impoundment of the vehicles by the police led to traffic congestion.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
Example sentence • Hearing loss can be an impediment to learning in a traditional classroom.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• a new personification of a familiar idea
Example sentence • The statue of liberty is often seen as the embodiment of freedom.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• a feeling of delight at being entertained
Example sentence • The amusement park was filled with laughter and excitement.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house
Example sentence • I am looking for a new apartment to rent.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a specialized division of a large organization
Example sentence • Please go to the customer service department for assistance.
12 4 noun
n
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Example sentence • The constant noise outside led to a diminishment in my concentration.
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