9 3 noun n noun
• inflammation of a joint or joints
Example sentence • My grandmother suffers from arthritis and finds it difficult to move her joints.
9 3 noun n noun
• inflammation of the lining of the stomach; nausea and loss of appetite and discomfort after eating
Example sentence • She was diagnosed with gastritis and was put on a special diet.
11 4 noun n noun
• inflammation of the mastoid
Example sentence • He was diagnosed with mastoiditis and prescribed antibiotics.
10 3 noun n noun
• inflammation of the membranes lining the bronchial tubes
Example sentence • My sister has been suffering from bronchitis for the past week.
10 4 noun n noun
• infectious disease characterized by inflammation of the meninges (the tissues that surround the brain or spinal cord) usually caused by a bacterial infection; symptoms include headache and stiff neck and fever and nausea
Example sentence • Johnny was hospitalized with meningitis and had to receive immediate treatment.
10 4 noun n noun
• an inflammation of body tissue (especially that below the skin) characterized by fever and swelling and redness and pain
Example sentence • She was diagnosed with cellulitis after she noticed a red and swollen area on her leg.
13 5 noun n noun
• inflammation of the gall bladder
Example sentence • To diagnose cholecystitis , a doctor may perform an ultrasound.
8 3 noun n noun
• inflammation of the urinary bladder and ureters
Example sentence • She was diagnosed with cystitis and prescribed antibiotics.
14 6 noun n noun
• inflammation of a diverticulum in the digestive tract (especially the colon); characterized by painful abdominal cramping and fever and constipation
Example sentence • The most common symptoms of diverticulitis include abdominal pain and tenderness.
12 5 noun n noun
• inflammation of a hair follicle
Example sentence • The patient was diagnosed with folliculitis after developing red, inflamed bumps on her scalp.
8 3 noun n noun
• the remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up
Example sentence • After the storm, the beach was covered in detritus from the destroyed houses.
12 5 noun n noun
• inflammation of the brain usually caused by a virus; symptoms include headache and neck pain and drowsiness and nausea and fever (`phrenitis' is no longer in scientific use)
Example sentence • Symptoms of encephalitis may include fever, headache, and confusion.
10 4 noun n noun
• inflammation of the mucous membrane of the larynx; characterized by hoarseness or loss of voice and coughing
Example sentence • I couldn't speak for a week because of laryngitis .
6 2 noun n noun
• an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty
Example sentence • The country is facing an economic crisis .
9 4 noun n noun
• inflammation of the liver caused by a virus or a toxin
Example sentence • He contracted hepatitis from contaminated food.
9 2 noun n noun
• strikingly out of the ordinary
Example sentence • His quirky sense of humor only added to the weirdness of the situation.
13 5 noun n noun
• inflammation of lymph nodes
Example sentence • The most common cause of lymphadenitis is a bacterial infection.
11 4 noun n noun
• inflammation of the fauces and pharynx
Example sentence • Strep throat is a common type of pharyngitis caused by the Streptococcus bacteria.
13 7 noun n noun
• an acute viral disease marked by inflammation of nerve cells of the brain stem and spinal cord
Example sentence • Before the polio vaccines were developed, poliomyelitis caused widespread paralysis and death.
8 2 noun n noun
• a fortified defensive structure
Example sentence • The soldiers defended the fortress from enemy attacks.
10 3 adverb adv adverb
• in spite of everything; without regard to drawbacks
adjective satellite
• (usually followed by `of') without due thought or consideration
Example sentence • She continued to work hard regardless of the obstacles.
8 2 adjective adj adjective
• lacking or not affording physical or mental rest
Example sentence • She tossed and turned in bed, unable to sleep because of her restless mind.
10 3 noun n noun
• extreme dullness; lacking spirit or interest
Example sentence • The constant rain added to the overall dreariness of the small town.
13 5 noun n noun
• the trait of acting unpredictably and more from whim or caprice than from reason or judgment
Example sentence • The teacher criticized the arbitrariness of the grading system.
12 4 noun n noun
• deliberate and stubborn unruliness and resistance to guidance or discipline
Example sentence • Her contrariness always made it difficult to have a peaceful conversation with her.
6 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj Example sentence • I received a gratis ticket to the concert from a friend.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a verbal commitment by one person to another agreeing to do (or not to do) something in the future
verb
• make a promise or commitment
Example sentence • She made a promise to never give up on her dreams.
9 3 adjective adj Example sentence • She had a querulous tone in her voice when she complained about the food.
9 3 noun n noun
• temporary loss of strength and energy resulting from hard physical or mental work
Example sentence • His weariness was evident after a long day at work.
9 4 noun n noun
• the citadel in ancient Greek towns
10 4 noun n noun
• a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
Example sentence • New York City is often referred to as the metropolis of the United States.
8 3 noun n noun
• a mental or personality disturbance not attributable to any known neurological or organic dysfunction
Example sentence • Her constant need for reassurance and fear of abandonment are symptoms of her neurosis .
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.
9 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• having incalculable monetary, intellectual, or spiritual worth
Example sentence • Her smile was priceless as she opened the gift.
9 3 noun n noun
• a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms
Example sentence • The armistice was signed, ending the war.
8 4 noun n noun
• inflammation of a bone as a consequence of infection or trauma or degeneration
Example sentence • Chronic osteitis can lead to severe pain and restricted mobility.
7 2 noun n noun
• a long narrow depression in a surface
Example sentence • She found a small crevice in the wall and hid the key inside.
7 3 noun n noun
• an aperture or hole that opens into a bodily cavity
Example sentence • The dentist used a small mirror to examine my oral orifices.
9 3 noun n Example sentence • He stood at the edge of the precipice , looking down into the deep abyss.
9 2 adjective adj adjective
• characterized by or proceeding from accepted standards of morality or justice
Example sentence • He is a righteous man who always helps the needy.
17 6 noun n noun
• a chronic autoimmune disease with inflammation of the joints and marked deformities; something (possibly a virus) triggers an attack on the synovium by the immune system, which releases cytokines that stimulate an inflammatory reaction that can lead to the destruction of all components of the joint
Example sentence • The main symptoms of atrophic arthritis include joint pain and stiffness.
14 5 noun n noun
• a painful inflammation of the big toe and foot caused by defects in uric acid metabolism resulting in deposits of the acid and its salts in the blood and joints
Example sentence • The main symptom of gouty arthritis is intense pain and inflammation in the affected joints.
13 4 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• an acute inflammatory disease characterized by a rash with joint swelling and fever; caused by bacteria carried by the bite of a deer tick
18 7 noun n noun
• a form of rheumatoid arthritis usually affecting fingers and toes and associated with psoriasis
Example sentence • There is no cure for psoriatic arthritis , but there are treatment options available to manage the symptoms.
19 5 noun n noun
• a chronic autoimmune disease with inflammation of the joints and marked deformities; something (possibly a virus) triggers an attack on the synovium by the immune system, which releases cytokines that stimulate an inflammatory reaction that can lead to the destruction of all components of the joint
Example sentence • My aunt was recently diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and is now undergoing treatment.
8 2 noun n noun
• absence of light or illumination
Example sentence • The room was enveloped in darkness .
8 2 adjective adj adjective
• not causing or capable of causing harm
Example sentence • She is a harmless old lady who wouldn't hurt a fly.
9 2 adjective adj adjective
• lacking in feeling or pity or warmth
adjective satellite
• devoid of courage or enthusiasm
Example sentence • She was heartless and showed no remorse for her actions.
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