9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a group of persons together in one place
Example sentence • The family reunion was a joyful gathering of relatives from near and far.
8 3 noun n noun
• something offered (as a proposal or bid)
Example sentence • The store has a wide variety of offerings to choose from.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• travelling about without any clear destination
Example sentence • Her mind was filled with dreams and wanderings of far-off lands.
8 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the sterilization of an animal
Example sentence • She wore an altering dress that accentuated her curves.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective satellite
• deeply or seriously thoughtful
Example sentence • She sat in silence, lost in deep pondering .
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• causing difficulty in breathing especially through lack of fresh air and presence of heat
Example sentence • The smothering heat of the desert made it difficult to breathe.
9 3 verb, adverb v, adv Example sentence • I was wondering if you could help me with my homework.
9 3 verb, adverb v, adv Example sentence • She is busy answering emails right now.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the rapid series of noises made by the parts of a machine
Example sentence • The chattering of birds in the trees woke me up.
8 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a natural object that covers or envelops
Example sentence • The painting was protected by a protective covering .
8 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a movement into or inward
Example sentence • The entering students were given a warm welcome by their classmates.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of pausing uncertainly
adjective satellite
• unsteady in speech or action
Example sentence • His faltering voice indicated his nervousness.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech
Example sentence • She could hear the low muttering of voices coming from the next room.
8 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• logical or comprehensible arrangement of separate elements
Example sentence • The ordering of the books on the shelf made it easy to find the one I was looking for.
9 3 noun n adjective satellite
• troubled by pain or loss
Example sentence • The suffering caused by poverty is heartbreaking.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind
adjective satellite
• making a low continuous indistinct sound
Example sentence • She spoke in a whispering voice, barely audible.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)
Example sentence • Her mothering skills are exceptional; she always knows how to comfort her children.
10 4 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• returning to health after illness or debility
Example sentence • She is a recovering alcoholic.
11 4 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the cognitive processes whereby past experience is remembered
11 4 Example sentence • He is very talented considering his young age.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of harassing someone
Example sentence • His constant badgering of his classmates led to several complaints.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of subjecting to strong attack
Example sentence • The storm caused a heavy battering on the coastline.
9 3 noun n noun
• a quarrel about petty points
Example sentence • The children were constantly bickering over who got to sit in the front seat.
10 3 adjective adj noun
• the formation of vesicles in or beneath the skin
adjective satellite
• harsh or corrosive in tone
Example sentence • The blistering sun made outdoor activities unbearable.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the business of a butcher
Example sentence • The butcher's skillful butchering of the meat left the customers impressed.
8 3 noun n noun
• providing food and services
Example sentence • The catering company provided delicious food for the wedding.
9 3 adjective adj noun
• (medicine) the formation of morbific matter in an abscess or a vesicle and the discharge of pus
Example sentence • The festering wound on his leg required immediate medical attention.
10 3 adjective adj adjective
• showing or representing to advantage
adjective satellite
• obsequiously complimentary
Example sentence • She received many flattering compliments on her new dress.
10 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The flickering candle created a cozy atmosphere in the room.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective
• when a plant is in a state of possessing one or multiple flowers and/or blooms
noun
• the time and process of budding and unfolding of blossoms
Example sentence • The flowering plants in the garden are so beautiful.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the motion made by flapping up and down
Example sentence • The fluttering wings of the butterfly caught my attention.
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• having brief brilliant points or flashes of light
Example sentence • The glittering stars adorned the night sky.
9 3 verb, adverb, noun, adjective v, adv, n, adj noun
• the act of pounding (delivering repeated heavy blows)
Example sentence • The hammering of the construction workers could be heard from miles away.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal)
Example sentence • We could hear the hollering from the football stadium.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• rapid and indistinct speech
Example sentence • Stop that jabbering noise!
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• washing clothes and bed linens
Example sentence • Money laundering is a serious crime.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• letters inscribed (especially words engraved or carved) on something
Example sentence • The wedding invitation had beautiful lettering .
9 3 adjective adj Example sentence • She had a lingering cough after recovering from the flu.
8 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of causing to become less
Example sentence • The lowering of interest rates may stimulate economic growth.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• becoming proficient in the use of something; having mastery of
Example sentence • Her mastering of the subject matter impressed the professor.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of indulging or gratifying a desire
adjective satellite
• gratifying tastes, appetites, or desires
Example sentence • She enjoyed a day of pampering at the spa.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• causing irritation or annoyance
Example sentence • My little brother can be very pestering when he wants a candy.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of stealing valuable things from a place
adjective satellite
• given to taking by force what is desired
Example sentence • The plundering of the ancient treasure was an act of pure greed.
9 3 adjective adj Example sentence • Her voice was quivering with emotion.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a performance of a musical composition or a dramatic role etc.
Example sentence • The rendering of the play received rave reviews from the critics.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a small number (of something) dispersed haphazardly
Example sentence • The scattering of leaves in the wind created a beautiful scene.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of breaking something into small pieces
adjective satellite
• seemingly loud enough to break something; violently rattling or clattering
Example sentence • The shattering news left everyone in shock.
9 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a sensation of cold that often marks the start of an infection and the development of a fever
adjective satellite
• vibrating slightly and irregularly; as e.g. with fear or cold or like the leaves of an aspen in a breeze
Example sentence • I could not stop my shivering during the cold winter night.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• shaking convulsively or violently
Example sentence • She felt a shuddering sensation as the roller coaster descended at high speed.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• showing scarcely suppressed anger
Example sentence • The smoldering embers crackled and glowed in the fireplace.
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