7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a particular course of action intended to achieve a result
verb
• subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition
Example sentence • Baking a cake requires a step-by-step process .
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a state of abeyance or suspended business
Example sentence • The children played on the swings during recess .
6 2 verb, noun v, n verb
• obtain or retrieve from a storage device; as of information on a computer
Example sentence • I need to gain access to the building.
7 2 noun n noun
• symptom consisting of a localized collection of pus surrounded by inflamed tissue
Example sentence • He developed an abscess under his tooth and had to get it treated.
6 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a quantity much larger than is needed
adjective satellite
• more than is needed, desired, or required
Example sentence • There was an excess of food left over after the party.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• (computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored
Example sentence • I need to address this issue with my boss.
7 2 verb v verb
• have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill
Example sentence • I have always wanted to possess a beautiful painting like that.
7 2 noun n noun
• an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
Example sentence • She worked hard and achieved great success in her career.
7 2 verb v verb
• practice as a profession, teach, or claim to be knowledgeable about
Example sentence • They profess their faith in a higher power.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• gradual improvement or growth or development
verb
• develop in a positive way
Example sentence • He progressed quickly in his studies.
5 1 noun n noun
• weedy annual native to Europe but widely distributed as a weed especially in wheat
Example sentence • I love playing chess with my brother.
6 2 conjunction
• Except on a specified condition; if not.
Example sentence • I won't go to the party unless my friends come with me.
9 3 noun n noun
• the state of being angry
Example sentence • Her angriness was evident in her stern voice.
6 2 verb v verb
• evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of
Example sentence • I need to assess the situation before making a decision.
15 5 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a former photographic method that used a glass plate coated with a light-sensitive gelatinous emulsion
Example sentence • The dry plate process was an early photographic technique that used glass plates with a light-sensitive emulsion.
12 3 noun n noun
• the quality of being faithful
Example sentence • Her faithfulness to her beliefs never wavered.
16 6 noun n noun
• a thermodynamic process during which the volume of the closed system undergoing such a process remains constant.
Example sentence • In thermodynamics, an isochoric process is a process in which the volume remains constant.
14 5 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings)
Example sentence • Photosynthesis is a natural process by which plants convert sunlight into energy.
6 2 verb v verb
• haunt like a ghost; pursue
Example sentence • The new album has been released and fans are already obsessing over it.
8 3 verb v verb
• revise or renew one's assessment
Example sentence • After getting feedback, I decided to reassess my approach to the project.
17 5 noun n noun
• a right guaranteed by the Fifth Amendment to the US Constitution; reaffirmed by the Fourteenth Amendment
Example sentence • Every citizen has the right to due process under the law.
3 1 verb, adverb v, adv Example sentence • She asked me if I could help her, and I said yes .
8 2 noun n noun
• psychological suffering
verb
• bring into difficulties or distress, especially financial hardship
Example sentence • She was in extreme distress after receiving the news of her father's death.
7 2 verb, adverb, noun, adjective v, adv, n, adj noun
• mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system
12 4 adverb adv adverb
• despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)
Example sentence • She was tired; nevertheless , she managed to finish the project.
5 1 verb v Example sentence • May God bless you on your birthday.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a one-piece garment for a woman; has skirt and bodice
adjective satellite
• suitable for formal occasions
Example sentence • I bought a new dress for the party.
7 2 verb v noun
• the act of coercing someone into government service
verb
• have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
Example sentence • She tried hard to impress her boss by working late every day.
4 1 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective
• (comparative of `little' usually used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning not as great in amount or degree
adverb
• used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs, indicates that the adjective or adverb is less of something
adjective satellite
• (usually preceded by `no') lower in quality
Example sentence • He had less time to complete the task.
4 1 noun n noun
• a state of confusion and disorderliness
Example sentence • Don't make a mess in the kitchen.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• the state of demanding notice or attention
verb
• exert pressure or force to or upon
Example sentence • He used a press to print the newspaper.
2 1 noun n noun
• North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776
Example sentence • He invited all of us to his birthday party.
11 3 noun n noun
• feeling embarrassed due to modesty
Example sentence • Her bashfulness kept her from speaking up in class.
9 2 noun n Example sentence • The tribal chief wore an elaborate feathered headdress for the festival.
9 3 noun n noun
• narrowness of mind or ideas or views
Example sentence • Her constant pettiness made it difficult to have a peaceful conversation with her.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence
verb
• expect, believe, or suppose
Example sentence • I have a guess about who ate the last slice of pizza.
8 2 noun n noun
• absence of light or illumination
Example sentence • The room was enveloped in darkness .
7 2 verb v verb
• lower someone's spirits; make downhearted
Example sentence • The rainy weather tends to depress my mood.
10 3 verb v verb
• deprive of the possession of real estate
Example sentence • The landlord attempted to dispossess the tenant for non-payment of rent.
11 3 adverb adv adverb
• despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)
Example sentence • She was exhausted, but she continued working nonetheless .
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury
verb
• make reparations or amends for
Example sentence • The company offered financial redress to customers affected by the data breach.
9 3 verb v Example sentence • The bank had to repossess the house due to non-payment of the mortgage.
7 2 verb v verb
• put down by force or intimidation
Example sentence • She tried to repress her anger and remain calm.
8 2 verb v verb
• bring under control by force or authority
Example sentence • The police had to suppress the riot before it got out of control.
8 2 verb v verb
• attempt to anticipate or predict
Example sentence • I always try to outguess my opponent in chess.
8 2 noun n noun
• a formal and solemn declaration of objection
Example sentence • The protests continued throughout the night, demanding justice for the victim.
6 2 verb v noun
• a gentle affectionate stroking (or something resembling it)
verb
• touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner
Example sentence • He gently caressed her cheek with his fingertips.
7 2 verb v verb
• confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure
Example sentence • I confess that I have been lying to you.
15 4 noun n noun
• reproduction by applying ink to paper as for publication
Example sentence • The printing process involves transferring text or images onto paper using ink.
6 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch)
verb
• to stress, single out as important
Example sentence • She is under a lot of stress at work.
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