9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of hearing attentively
Example sentence • Her listening skills are excellent, she always understands what others are saying.
11 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
Example sentence • He received a threatening letter from an anonymous source.
9 3 noun n Example sentence • During World War II, rationing was implemented in many countries to ensure equal distribution of food and supplies.
9 3 noun n noun
• thinking that is coherent and logical
adjective satellite
• endowed with the capacity to reason
Example sentence • His reasoning behind the decision was unclear.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• process of changing to an inferior state
Example sentence • The worsening weather conditions forced the cancellation of the outdoor event.
9 4 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The sound of birds chirping outside my window was a gentle awakening .
9 3 noun n noun
• problem solving that involves numbers or quantities
Example sentence • The final reckoning will determine who wins the competition.
11 3 adjective adj noun
• the act of inspiring with fear
adjective satellite
• causing fear or dread or terror
Example sentence • The horror movie was frightening and kept me on the edge of my seat.
10 3 noun n noun
• the process of showing signs of life
Example sentence • She felt a quickening in her pulse as the race began.
11 3 noun n noun
• giving a Christian name at baptism
Example sentence • The christening of their first child was a joyous occasion.
10 3 adverb, adjective adv, adj Example sentence • The glistening snow covered the ground.
8 3 verb v Example sentence • He is widening the road to accommodate more traffic.
12 4 noun n noun
• a learning process in which an organism's behavior becomes dependent on the occurrence of a stimulus in its environment
Example sentence • He has a good sense of conditioning and can endure long workouts.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the physiological state produced by a poison or other toxic substance
Example sentence • She experienced food poisoning after eating the contaminated seafood.
11 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a request for information
adjective satellite
• perplexed (as if being expected to know something that you do not know)
Example sentence • Her constant questioning was starting to annoy her friends.
11 4 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj verb
• lock up or confine, in or as in a jail
Example sentence • The imprisoning of political dissidents is a violation of human rights.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • The concert was the hottest happening of the year.
7 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• an open or empty space in or between things
Example sentence • The opening of the party was attended by many guests.
13 3 noun, adjective n, adj Example sentence • The strengthening of the economy has led to increased job opportunities.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• changing to a lighter color
Example sentence • She went to a beauty salon for teeth whitening treatment.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of making something wider
Example sentence • It was important for him to engage in activities that would contribute to his broadening of knowledge.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • There has been a lessening demand for traditional newspapers.
8 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• coming to full development; becoming mature
Example sentence • The ripening of the fruit can be seen by its bright color.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place
Example sentence • She struggled with the fastening on her necklace.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• an occurrence of control or strength weakening
Example sentence • The loosening of the screws caused the furniture to fall apart.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• something added to foods to make them taste sweeter
Example sentence • I prefer using honey as a sweetening for my tea.
10 4 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a remark that calls attention to something or someone
Example sentence • She gave a mentioning speech at the event.
11 4 adjective adj adjective
• performing or able to perform its regular function
noun
• process or manner of functioning or operating
Example sentence • The computer is not functioning properly.
14 5 adjective adj adjective
• not performing or able to perform its regular function
Example sentence • The malfunctioning car could not be driven.
11 4 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of putting something in a certain place
adjective satellite
• causing to fall into line or into position
Example sentence • The positioning of the furniture in the room creates a cozy atmosphere.
9 3 noun n noun
• something added to food primarily for the savor it imparts
Example sentence • I added some seasoning to the soup for extra flavor.
11 4 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of taking a vacation
Example sentence • I am going on vacationing next week.
11 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of prolonging something
Example sentence • The lengthening of the days signifies the approaching summer.
10 3 noun n noun
• any material used to thicken
adjective satellite
• accumulating and becoming more intense
Example sentence • The thickening of the stew was achieved by adding cornstarch.
11 5 noun n Example sentence • The springtime brings a reawakening of nature after the long winter.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of making something slightly wet
Example sentence • The moistening of the soil is necessary for plant growth.
8 3 verb v Example sentence • She tried wakening her sister by shaking her gently.
11 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj verb
• make more cheerful through the use of color
Example sentence • The brightening of the sky signaled the arrival of dawn.
13 3 verb v verb
• straighten up or out; make straight
Example sentence • She was straightening her hair before the party.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective
• (of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream
noun
• (American football) a play in which a player attempts to carry the ball through or past the opposing team
adjective satellite
• continually repeated over a period of time
Example sentence • She wore running shoes to the gym.
8 3 verb, noun v, n verb
• To change the zoning assigned to a piece of property by the planning and zoning commission of a government that determines proper and legal use for land.
noun
• The act, process or result of being rezoned
Example sentence • The city council is considering rezoning the downtown area to encourage more mixed-use development.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• loud enough to cause (temporary) hearing loss
Example sentence • The deafening noise from the construction site kept me awake all night.
14 5 adjective adj adjective
• failing to inform or clarify
Example sentence • The speaker's remarks were unenlightening and left the audience confused.
13 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• not unfriendly or threatening
Example sentence • The small, fluffy kitten looked unthreatening as it curled up on the couch.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • The hastening storm approached with dark clouds and strong winds.
13 5 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of granting authority to undertake certain functions
Example sentence • The commissioning of the new building was delayed due to construction issues.
10 4 verb, noun v, n noun
• artifact consisting of soft or resilient material used to fill or give shape or protect or add comfort
Example sentence • The cushioning on the couch is very soft and comfortable.
10 4 verb v noun
• the act that results in something coming to be
Example sentence • She is fashioning a dress for the fashion show.
12 4 verb, noun v, n noun
• an analysis into mutually exclusive categories
Example sentence • The partitioning of the hard drive into multiple sections allows for better organization of files.
13 5 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of placing in a new position
Example sentence • The company is repositioning its brand to target a younger demographic.
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