13 6 noun
n
noun
• hypertrophy of certain body parts (usually legs and scrotum); the end state of the disease filariasis
Example sentence • He suffers from elephantiasis in his legs.
7 3 noun
n
noun
• (Greek mythology) the goddess of divine retribution and vengeance
Example sentence • His nemesis from high school became his business partner.
10 5 noun
n
noun
• (medicine) the chemical analysis of urine (for medical diagnosis)
Example sentence • The doctor ordered a urinalysis to determine the cause of the patient's symptoms.
8 4 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• an investigation of the component parts of a whole and their relations in making up the whole
Example sentence • The data analysis revealed interesting patterns.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• special importance or significance
Example sentence • She placed great emphasis on the importance of education.
12 5 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• (chemistry) a chemical decomposition reaction produced by passing an electric current through a solution containing ions
Example sentence • I'm going to the salon for electrolysis to remove my unwanted hair.
14 6 noun
n
noun
• a set of techniques for exploring underlying motives and a method of treating various mental disorders; based on the theories of Sigmund Freud
Example sentence • She decided to undergo psychoanalysis to gain a deeper understanding of her childhood trauma.
5 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• a relation that provides the foundation for something
Example sentence • On a daily basis , I go for a run in the morning.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• the spreading of a disease (especially cancer) to another part of the body
Example sentence • The doctor discovered a metastasis in the patient's lungs.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• either of two punctuation marks (or) used to enclose textual material
Example sentence • The phrase can be removed from the sentence without affecting its meaning, as it is only a parenthesis .
14 5 noun
n
noun
• synthesis of compounds with the aid of radiant energy (especially in plants)
Example sentence • Plants convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen through the process of photosynthesis .
13 5 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• one of four competitors remaining in a tournament by elimination
Example sentence • The semifinalists of the spelling bee competition will compete tomorrow.
5 3 noun
n
noun
• a fertile tract in a desert (where the water table approaches the surface)
Example sentence • After hours of walking in the desert, we finally reached an oasis .
13 6 noun
n
noun
• The formation and development of the organs of an organism from embryonic cells
Example sentence • Research in organogenesis has contributed to advancements in regenerative medicine.
13 5 noun
n
noun
• sores resulting from a tropical infection by protozoa of the genus Leishmania which are spread by sandflies
Example sentence • Visceral leishmaniasis affects the internal organs and can be fatal if left untreated.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• an abnormal state in which the normal flow of a liquid (such as blood) is slowed or stopped
Example sentence • The patient was in a state of stasis as his medications gradually regulated his heartbeat.
12 5 noun
n
noun
• the origination and development of a disease
Example sentence • The pathogenesis of cancer is still not fully understood.
9 5 noun
n
noun
• infestation with itch mites
Example sentence • The acariasis is caused by a mite infestation.
13 6 noun
n
noun
• disease of cattle that can be transmitted to humans; results from infection with actinomycetes; characterized by hard swellings that exude pus through long sinuses
9 5 noun
n
noun
• infection by a disease-causing ameba
Example sentence • The symptoms of amebiasis can include diarrhea, abdominal pain, and weight loss.
10 5 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• infestation of the human intestine with Ascaris roundworms
Example sentence • The main symptoms of ascariasis include abdominal pain and diarrhea.
9 4 noun
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Example sentence • She was diagnosed with taeniasis after experiencing abdominal pain and digestive issues.
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.
11 5 noun
n
noun
• (physiology) metabolic equilibrium actively maintained by several complex biological mechanisms that operate via the autonomic nervous system to offset disrupting changes
Example sentence • The body's temperature regulation is an important aspect of homeostasis .
9 3 noun
n
Example sentence • Serving a longer sentence for a minor crime is an injustice .
12 5 noun
n
noun
• production of a chemical compound by a living organism
Example sentence • The biosynthesis of proteins occurs in the ribosomes of cells.
8 4 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• separation of substances in solution by means of their unequal diffusion through semipermeable membranes
Example sentence • She undergoes dialysis three times a week to treat her kidney disease.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• development of excess fibrous connective tissue in an organ
Example sentence • Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that affects the lungs.
7 3 noun
n
noun
• (biology, chemistry) diffusion of molecules through a semipermeable membrane from a place of higher concentration to a place of lower concentration until the concentration on both sides is equal
Example sentence • Plants absorb water and nutrients from the soil through osmosis .
12 6 noun
n
noun
• abnormal loss of bony tissue resulting in fragile porous bones attributable to a lack of calcium; most common in postmenopausal women
Example sentence • My grandmother suffers from osteoporosis and has to be careful not to fall.
9 4 noun
n
noun
• loss of the ability to move a body part
Example sentence • He suffered from partial paralysis of his legs after the accident.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• corrective consisting of a replacement for a part of the body
Example sentence • The athlete uses a prosthesis to enhance his performance.
12 5 noun
n
noun
• infection transmitted by inhalation or ingestion of tubercle bacilli and manifested in fever and small lesions (usually in the lungs but in various other parts of the body in acute stages)
Example sentence • Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis .
14 6 noun
n
noun
• inhibition of the growth of bacteria
Example sentence • The bacteriostasis effect of antibiotics can be beneficial in treating infections.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• a condition in which little or no bile is secreted or the flow of bile into the digestive tract is obstructed
Example sentence • Pregnant women may experience cholestasis as a result of hormonal changes.
7 3 noun
n
noun
• dilatation or distension of a hollow organ
Example sentence • The condition is rare and occurs when there is ectasis in the bile ducts.
7 3 noun
n
noun
• a slight convexity in the shaft of a column; compensates for the illusion of concavity that viewers experience when the sides are perfectly straight
Example sentence • The entasis of the column made it appear taller.
7 3 noun
n
noun
• the basic unit of money in Gambia
Example sentence • She exchanged her euros for dalasis before traveling to Gambia.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• A gentle incline in front of a fortification.
Example sentence • The soldiers used the glacis as a shield during the battle.
8 3
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6 2 noun
n
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Example sentence • He was able to phasis on his studies and achieve excellent grades.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• an expert in the science of economics
Example sentence • Many economists argue that free trade benefits nations in the long run.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• one who loves and defends his or her country
adjective satellite
• devotion to the interests or culture of a particular nation including promoting the interests of one country over those of others
Example sentence • The nationalists gathered at the capital to protest against the new government policies.
5 2 noun
n
noun
• the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce
10 3 adjective
adj
adjective satellite
• having no living or known mother
Example sentence • She was left motherless at a very young age.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• an expert in soil management and field-crop production
Example sentence • Many agronomists work in research laboratories to develop new farming techniques.
10 3 noun
n
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Example sentence • The flavorists at this company are renowned for their innovative creations.
13 6 noun
n
noun
• (pregnancy) extraction by centesis of amniotic fluid from a pregnant woman (after the 15th week of pregnancy) to aid in the diagnosis of fetal abnormalities
Example sentence • The doctor recommended amniocentesis to determine if there were any chromosomal abnormalities.
11 5 noun
n
noun
• hypersensitivity reaction to the ingestion or injection of a substance (a protein or drug) resulting from prior contact with a substance
Example sentence • A person experiencing anaphylaxis requires immediate medical attention.
15 6 noun
n
noun
• a stage of arteriosclerosis involving fatty deposits (atheromas) inside the arterial walls, thus narrowing the arteries
Example sentence • Smoking is one of the risk factors for developing atherosclerosis .
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