11 3 noun
n
noun
• the appearance conveyed by a person's face
verb
• consent to, give permission; permit
Example sentence • Her countenance showed sadness and despair.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• the state of being predominant over others
Example sentence • The predominance of red in the painting creates a sense of passion.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the trait of abstaining (especially from alcohol)
Example sentence • She practiced abstinence from alcohol for the duration of her pregnancy.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the exercise of self constraint in sexual matters
10 3 noun
n
noun
• relevance by virtue of being applicable to the matter at hand
Example sentence • The writer's argument lacked pertinence to the topic being discussed.
12 4 noun
n
Example sentence • His impertinence towards the teacher resulted in a detention.
13 5 noun
n
Example sentence • Her constant impertinences were starting to irritate her colleagues.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• superior development of one side of the body
Example sentence • The lion's dominance was evident as it roared loudly and scared off all the other animals.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors
Example sentence • His arrogance was evident in how he spoke down to others.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• the property created by the space between two objects or points
Example sentence • The distance between the two cities is 200 kilometers.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• a refined quality of gracefulness and good taste
Example sentence • Her dress was a perfect combination of simplicity and elegance .
9 3 noun
n
noun
• promise of reimbursement in the case of loss; paid to people or companies so concerned about hazards that they have made prepayments to an insurance company
Example sentence • I need to renew my car insurance .
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the relation of something to the matter at hand
Example sentence • The relevance of this research to the field of medicine is undeniable.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• an act of aggression (as one against a person who resists)
Example sentence • Children who witness domestic violence are more likely to become violent themselves.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• an authoritative command
Example sentence • The city council passed a new ordinance banning smoking in all public parks.
12 3 noun
n
noun
• personal knowledge or information about someone or something
Example sentence • I met him once at a party, but we are just acquaintances.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• an amount allowed or granted (as during a given period)
verb
• put on a fixed allowance, as of food
Example sentence • My parents give me a weekly allowance for doing household chores.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• a vehicle that takes people to and from hospitals
Example sentence • The ambulance arrived at the scene of the accident quickly.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
Example sentence • Her appearance at the party surprised everyone.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
Example sentence • She asked for assistance with her math homework.
7 2 verb
v
noun
• (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Libra
verb
• bring into balance or equilibrium
Example sentence • I need to balance my checkbook at the end of each month.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• the distance by which one thing clears another; the space between them
Example sentence • You need security clearance to access this area.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• something that provides access (to get in or get out)
verb
• attract; cause to be enamored
Example sentence • The entrance to the park was adorned with colorful flowers.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• a distinctive odor that is pleasant
Example sentence • I love the fragrance of roses in the garden.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the lack of knowledge or education
Example sentence • His ignorance of the law led to his arrest.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the quality of being important and worthy of note
Example sentence • Education is of utmost importance for the development of a nation.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• an occurrence of something
verb
• clarify by giving an example of
Example sentence • In this instance , the customer is always right.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• activity involved in maintaining something in good working order
Example sentence • Regular maintenance is necessary to keep your car in good condition.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• (law) a broad legal concept including anything that disturbs the reasonable use of your property or endangers life and health or is offensive
Example sentence • The loud music from the neighbor's party was a real nuisance .
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with
Example sentence • The electrical resistance of this circuit is too high.
9 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• the real physical matter of which a person or thing consists
Example sentence • The substance of his argument was that the plan would not work.
12 3 noun
n
noun
• close observation of a person or group (usually by the police)
Example sentence • The police installed surveillance cameras on every street corner.
10 2 noun
n
noun
• a light within the field of vision that is brighter than the brightness to which the eyes are adapted
Example sentence • Her brilliance as a scientist earned her a Nobel Prize.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• intentionally contemptuous behavior or attitude
Example sentence • She glared at her parents in defiance .
8 3 noun
n
noun
• the amount of electromagnetic radiation leaving or arriving at a point on a surface
Example sentence • The sun's radiance reflects off the water.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance
Example sentence • The audience was captivated by the singer's performance.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the quality of being unlike or dissimilar
Example sentence • There is a noticeable difference in color between the two paintings.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a particular branch of scientific knowledge
Example sentence • She studied political science in college.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• the state of being silent (as when no one is speaking)
verb
• cause to be quiet or not talk
Example sentence • The room fell into silence after the professor finished speaking.
13 4 noun
n
noun
• the act of leaving secretly or without explanation
Example sentence • The disappearance of the plane remains a mystery.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• hereditary succession to a title or an office or property
Example sentence • She received a large inheritance from her late aunt.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities
verb
• undergo or live through a difficult experience
Example sentence • She has years of experience in the field of marketing.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true
Example sentence • His acceptance into Harvard University was a dream come true.
10 3 noun
n
Example sentence • The team acted in accordance with the coach's instructions.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed
Example sentence • His constant tapping on the table was becoming an annoyance .
9 3 noun
n
noun
• freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
Example sentence • The company's financial stability provided assurance to its investors.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• deliberately avoiding; keeping away from or preventing from happening
Example sentence • His avoidance of eye contact indicated his discomfort.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the repetition of consonants (or consonant patterns) especially at the ends of words
Example sentence • The song had a beautiful consonance of melody and lyrics.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• activity that is a malfunction, intrusion, or interruption
Example sentence • The loud noise from the construction site caused a disturbance in the neighborhood.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the power to withstand hardship or stress
Example sentence • She showed great endurance during the marathon and finished first.
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