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.
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 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.
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.
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 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.
10 3 adverb, adjective adv, adj Example sentence • The glistening snow covered the ground.
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 Example sentence • During World War II, rationing was implemented in many countries to ensure equal distribution of food and supplies.
11 4 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of taking a vacation
Example sentence • I am going on vacationing next week.
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.
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.
11 4 verb v verb
• throw away, of something encumbering
Example sentence • The sailors were jettisoning supplies to lighten the ship.
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.
14 5 adjective adj adjective satellite
• freeing from illusion or false belief
Example sentence • It was a disillusioning experience to find out that my favorite author had plagiarized his work.
11 4 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • He had an envisioning dream about his future success.
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.
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 Example sentence • There has been a lessening demand for traditional newspapers.
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.
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.
13 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• not inclined to ask questions
Example sentence • She followed his instructions with unquestioning obedience.
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 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.
9 3 noun n noun
• problem solving that involves numbers or quantities
Example sentence • The final reckoning will determine who wins the competition.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• calling up supposed supernatural forces by spells and incantations
Example sentence • He was summoning his courage to ask her out.
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.
11 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
Example sentence • He received a threatening letter from an anonymous source.
12 5 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of distributing by allotting or apportioning; distribution according to a plan
Example sentence • The apportioning of funds to different departments is a complex task.
10 4 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a variety of bridge in which tricks made in excess of the contract are scored toward game; now generally superseded by contract bridge
Example sentence • The antique dealer will be auctioning off a rare painting next week.
11 4 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the ability to hear; the auditory faculty
verb
• perform in order to get a role
Example sentence • She wore her best outfit for the auditioning actors.
10 3 verb v Example sentence • I am freshening up before going out.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • The hastening storm approached with dark clouds and strong winds.
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.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals
verb
• show, express or direct through movement
Example sentence • She stood in the corner, motioning for me to come closer.
9 4 verb v verb
• To purchase an option on something.
Example sentence • I am currently optioning a novel for a film adaptation.
11 4 verb, noun v, n noun
• a formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority
verb
• write a petition for something to somebody; request formally and in writing
Example sentence • The petitioning of the students led to the school implementing a new dress code policy.
12 4 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The provisioning of food and water is essential for the survival of the refugees.
14 5 verb, noun v, n verb
• bring into an improved condition
Example sentence • The car was sent to the garage for reconditioning .
10 4 verb, noun v, n verb
• To cut, divide or separate into pieces.
noun
• A division into sections.
Example sentence • The sectioning of the building will be completed by next week.
10 3 verb v noun
• a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose
Example sentence • The military is stationing troops along the border.
9 4 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The sound of birds chirping outside my window was a gentle awakening .
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• changing to a darker color
adjective satellite
• becoming dark or darker as from waning light or clouding over
Example sentence • The darkening of the sky signaled the approach of a storm.
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.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• subject to or used in the process of finishing or fattening up for slaughter
Example sentence • Eating chocolate cake is fattening .
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• descent of the uterus into the pelvic cavity that occurs late in pregnancy; the fetus is said to have dropped
Example sentence • The sudden lightening in the sky made everyone stop and stare.
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