9 4 noun
n
noun
• a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage)
Example sentence • The theory of evolution explains how species change over time.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• undesirable state of the natural environment being contaminated with harmful substances as a consequence of human activities
Example sentence • Air pollution is a major problem in many cities around the world.
10 4 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving
Example sentence • The scientific revolution led to major advancements in the fields of astronomy and physics.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• an organization founded and united for a specific purpose
Example sentence • The university is a prestigious institution known for its academic excellence.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury
Example sentence • The judge ordered the defendant to pay restitution to the victims of the scam.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• (statistics) an arrangement of values of a variable showing their observed or theoretical frequency of occurrence
Example sentence • The distribution of food to the famine-affected areas was delayed due to bad weather.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• the institution and conduct of legal proceedings against a defendant for criminal behavior
Example sentence • The prosecution presented evidence that the defendant was at the crime scene.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• law determining the fundamental political principles of a government
Example sentence • The new constitution was ratified by a majority of voters.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• the act of persecuting (especially on the basis of race or religion)
Example sentence • Religious persecution was a common occurrence during medieval times.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• a justly deserved penalty
Example sentence • He was seeking retribution for the wrongs done to him.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• the ritual washing of a priest's hands or of sacred vessels
Example sentence • Every morning, I performed my ablutions by washing my face and brushing my teeth.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• the process of declining from a higher to a lower level of effective power or vitality or essential quality
Example sentence • The devolution of power to local councils has been a key policy of the current government.
8 3 noun
n
Example sentence • The dilution of the orange juice made it taste less concentrated.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• an event in which one thing is substituted for another
Example sentence • The teacher made a substitution and brought in a substitute to cover her class.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• the effort contributed by a person in bringing about a result
Example sentence • His contribution to the project was invaluable.
14 5 verb, noun
v, n
Example sentence • The government implemented a policy of wealth redistribution to address income inequality.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• separation into component parts
Example sentence • The dissolution of the partnership was a difficult process for both parties involved.
11 5 noun, adjective
n, adj
adjective
• tiny; relating to or characteristic of the imaginary country of Lilliput
noun
• a 6-inch tall inhabitant of Lilliput in a novel by Jonathan Swift
Example sentence • The lilliputian was the smallest and cutest member of the dog show.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances; frequently (but not necessarily) a liquid solution
Example sentence • I have found a solution to the math problem.
9 4 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• putting a condemned person to death
Example sentence • The execution of the project was flawless.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• the condition of being formally forgiven by a priest in the sacrament of penance
Example sentence • He sought absolution for his sins from the priest.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• change toward something smaller or lower
Example sentence • The diminution of population in the small town led to the closure of several businesses.
13 5 noun
n
noun
• execution by electricity
Example sentence • The electrician died from electrocution after coming into contact with a live wire.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• a rolling or revolving motion
Example sentence • The scientific community is still studying the process of volution .
11 4 noun
n
noun
• assigning some quality or character to a person or thing
Example sentence • The attribution of the painting to a famous artist increased its value.
11 4 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• the shape of something rotating rapidly
Example sentence • The convolution of flavors in this dish is truly remarkable.
9 4 noun
n
noun
• an expert manner of speaking involving control of voice and gesture
Example sentence • She won the elocution contest with her powerful delivery and clear articulation.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote
Example sentence • She made a New Year's resolution to exercise more.
8 3 noun, adjective
n, adj
adjective
• of or relating to the Aleut or their language or culture
noun
• a member of the people inhabiting the Aleutian Islands and southwestern Alaska
10 4 noun
n
noun
• (rhetoric) a formal or authoritative address that advises or exhorts
Example sentence • During his allocution , the defendant expressed remorse for his actions.
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