9 3 noun
n
noun
• the calculated use of violence (or the threat of violence) against civilians in order to attain goals that are political or religious or ideological in nature; this is done through intimidation or coercion or instilling fear
Example sentence • The government is taking strict measures to counter terrorism .
7 2 noun
n
noun
• the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints
Example sentence • She fought for freedom and equality for all people.
8 2 adjective
adj
adjective satellite
• shockingly repellent; inspiring horror
Example sentence • The horror movie had a gruesome scene of a decapitation.
5 1 noun
n
noun
• a polyhedron with two congruent and parallel faces (the bases) and whose lateral faces are parallelograms
Example sentence • I can see a rainbow through the prism .
7 2 noun
n
noun
• the business of providing services to tourists
Example sentence • The government is investing heavily in promoting tourism .
8 3 noun
n
noun
• a cardiovascular disease characterized by a saclike widening of an artery resulting from weakening of the artery wall
Example sentence • He had a brain aneurysm and had to undergo surgery.
7 2 adjective
adj
adjective satellite
• inspiring awe or admiration or wonder
Example sentence • The movie I watched last night was awesome .
8 2 adjective
adj
adjective satellite
• pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion
Example sentence • She saw a handsome man across the room.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• a perversion in which a person receives sexual gratification from seeing the genitalia of others or witnessing others' sexual behavior
Example sentence • The movie explored the theme of voyeurism through the protagonist's obsession with watching his neighbors.
8 2 adjective
adj
adjective satellite
• causing fear or dread or terror
Example sentence • The dragon was fearsome , with its sharp claws and fiery breath.
8 2 adjective
adj
adjective satellite
• being the only one; single and isolated from others
Example sentence • He felt lonesome after his best friend moved away.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a gathering of the minimal number of members of an organization to conduct business
Example sentence • A quorum of at least half the members is required for a valid vote.
9 2 adjective
adj
adjective
• conducive to or characteristic of physical or moral well-being
adjective satellite
• sound or exhibiting soundness in body or mind
Example sentence • He enjoys a wholesome breakfast every morning, consisting of fruits and yogurt.
6 1 noun
n
noun
• the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music
Example sentence • He loved the rhythm of the drums in the parade.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• freeing from evil spirits
Example sentence • The priest performed an exorcism to rid the possessed woman of the evil spirits.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• a political orientation that favors social progress by reform and by changing laws rather than by revolution
Example sentence • Many people believe that liberalism promotes equality and social justice.
7 2 adverb, noun
adv, n
adjective
• giving pleasure or satisfaction or received with pleasure or freely granted
noun
• the state of being welcome
Example sentence • The warm welcome made me feel at home.
9 3 adjective
adj
adjective
• not reassuring; tending to cause anxiety
adjective satellite
• causing distress or worry or anxiety
Example sentence • The news about the impending storm is worrisome .
7 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts
verb
• produce or yield flowers
Example sentence • The tree was covered in beautiful pink blossoms.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the practice of advancing your career at the expense of your personal integrity
Example sentence • Sarah's sole focus on climbing the corporate ladder showcased her careerism .
13 4 noun
n
noun
• belief in the superiority of one's own ethnic group
Example sentence • His ethnocentrism made him believe that his culture was superior to all others.
6 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• money demanded for the return of a captured person
verb
• exchange or buy back for money; under threat
Example sentence • The kidnappers demanded a ransom for the safe return of the child.
9 3 adjective
adj
adjective satellite
• so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness
Example sentence • The wearisome journey lasted for hours.
12 5 noun
n
noun
• Reliance on volunteers to perform a social or educational function.
Example sentence • Many nonprofits rely on volunteerism to carry out their missions.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• light carriage; pulled by a single horse
Example sentence • She arrived in a sleek black brougham , turning heads along the way.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• an economic system based on private ownership of capital
Example sentence • Many argue that capitalism promotes competition and innovation.
9 3 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• a form of socialism that abolishes private ownership
Example sentence • The collapse of the Soviet Union marked the end of communism in Eastern Europe.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings
Example sentence • She couldn't handle the harsh criticism of her artwork.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• a feeling of excitement
Example sentence • She has a lot of enthusiasm for her new job.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• newspapers and magazines collectively
Example sentence • She studied journalism in college and went on to become a news reporter.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction
Example sentence • The mechanism in the clock started ticking loudly.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved
Example sentence • I have a math problem that I can't solve.
11 3 adjective
adj
adjective satellite
• causing difficulty or annoyance
Example sentence • He always causes troublesome situations.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a common white or colorless mineral (hydrated calcium sulphate) used to make cements and plasters (especially plaster of Paris)
Example sentence • The walls of the old house were made of gypsum .
7 2 adjective
adj
adjective satellite
• so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness
Example sentence • The constant buzzing of mosquitoes is irksome .
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a window above a door that is usually hinged to a horizontal crosspiece over the door
Example sentence • The boat had a small, rectangular transom at the stern.
4 1 noun
n
Example sentence • I gave them the keys to the house.
5 2 noun
n
Example sentence • Good morning, madam . How can I assist you today?
13 4 adjective
adj
adjective
• willing to undertake or seeking out new and daring enterprises
Example sentence • Maria is an adventuresome traveler, always seeking new experiences.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• a state of deep-seated ill-will
Example sentence • There is a lot of antagonism between the two rival gangs.
10 3 adjective
adj
adjective satellite
• difficult to handle or use especially because of size or weight
Example sentence • Carrying a heavy backpack all day can be cumbersome .
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a domain in which something is dominant
Example sentence • The castle stood proudly in the heart of the kingdom .
10 4 noun
n
noun
• belief in multiple Gods
Example sentence • Ancient Greece and Rome were known for their polytheism .
7 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• a discrete amount of something that is analogous to the quantities in quantum theory
Example sentence • The concept of quantum is fundamental to the field of quantum physics.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• the political orientation of those who favor revolutionary change in government and society
Example sentence • The rise of radicalism in the 1960s fueled social and political movements.
6 2 adjective
adj
adjective
• lacking any definite plan or order or purpose; governed by or depending on chance
Example sentence • She picked a random book off the shelf.
6 2 adverb
adv
Example sentence • She seldom goes to parties.
11 3 adjective
adj
adjective satellite
• disposed to venture or take risks
Example sentence • She is a venturesome entrepreneur who often takes risks in her business.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• accumulated knowledge or erudition or enlightenment
Example sentence • She shared her wisdom with me, and I am grateful for her guidance.
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