8 2 noun
n
noun
• swelling from excessive accumulation of watery fluid in cells, tissues, or serous cavities
Example sentence • He was diagnosed with dropsies , a condition that causes frequent dropping of objects.
5 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a separate part of a whole
verb
• to join or unite the pieces of
Example sentence • She cut the cake into small pieces.
6 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• the force of policemen and officers
verb
• maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol
Example sentence • The police arrested a suspect in connection with the robbery.
5 1 verb
v
noun
• (`cease' is a noun only in the phrase `without cease') end
verb
• put an end to a state or an activity
Example sentence • Please cease talking in the library.
8 2 verb
v
noun
• a quantity that is added
verb
• become bigger or greater in amount
Example sentence • We need to increase the amount of exercise we do to stay healthy.
5 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• property that is leased or rented out or let
Example sentence • He signed a lease for the apartment.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained
Example sentence • The detective was determined to solve the mysteries surrounding the murder case.
8 3 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group
Example sentence • The company has strict policies regarding attendance.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• any severe mental disorder in which contact with reality is lost or highly distorted
Example sentence • He was diagnosed with schizophrenia and experienced frequent episodes of psychosis .
4 1 adverb, adjective
adv, adj
noun
• Something being indicated that is here; one of these.
adverb
• To the degree or extent indicated.
pronoun
• The thing, item, etc. being indicated.
interjection
• Indicates the speaker's strong approval or agreement with the previous material.
Example sentence • I need to return this borrowed pencil to her.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory
Example sentence • The movie theater website provides synopses of all the films playing.
6 2 adverb
adv
adverb
• to or from every one of two or more (considered individually)
Example sentence • They each paid $10 apiece for the concert tickets.
7 2 noun
n
Example sentence • Her decision to quit her job seemed to be driven by caprice rather than careful consideration.
6 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• an angular or rounded shape made by folding
verb
• make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in; `crisp' is archaic
Example sentence • She carefully ironed out the creases in her dress.
8 2 verb
v
verb
• decrease in size, extent, or range
Example sentence • We need to decrease our expenses to save money.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• electro-acoustic transducer for converting electric signals into sounds; it is held over or inserted into the ear
Example sentence • She always wears an earpiece during her performances.
5 2 noun
n
noun
• solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels
Example sentence • The veterinarian examined the cat's feces for signs of parasites.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a revue with elaborate costuming
Example sentence • Her follies and careless attitude cost her the job.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• a covering or bunch of human or artificial hair used for disguise or adornment
Example sentence • She wore a hairpiece to conceal her bald spot.
4 1 noun
n
noun
• the sediment from fermentation of an alcoholic beverage
Example sentence • The wine had settled, leaving behind a layer of lees in the bottle.
5 2 adjective
adj
Example sentence • She is clinically obese and needs to make some lifestyle changes.
7 2 verb, noun
v, n
verb
• repeat an earlier theme of a composition
Example sentence • The two pianists performed a reprise of their famous duet.
7 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• a newspaper that is published every day
adverb
• every day; without missing a day
adjective satellite
• of or belonging to or occurring every day
Example sentence • I need to pick up my dailies from the pharmacy.
5 1 noun
n
noun
• web-footed long-necked typically gregarious migratory aquatic birds usually larger and less aquatic than ducks
Example sentence • The geese flew in a V formation across the sky.
9 4 noun
n
noun
• things that make you comfortable and at ease
Example sentence • The hotel offers various amenities such as a pool, gym, and spa.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• the central or most important feature
Example sentence • The beautiful flower arrangement served as the centerpiece of the table.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• the decade from 1890 to 1899
Example sentence • The fashion trends of the nineties are making a comeback.
11 4 noun
n
adjective
• not permanent; not lasting
noun
• a worker (especially in an office) hired on a temporary basis
adjective satellite
• lacking continuity or regularity
Example sentence • The company hired several temporaries to help with the busy season.
4 1 verb, adverb, noun
v, adv, n
noun
• a form of address for an unmarried woman
verb
• fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
Example sentence • I sent her a text but I never got a response, so I guess it was a miss .
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a dense growth of bushes
Example sentence • The hikers wandered through the peaceful copses of the forest.
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