4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• the position where someone (as a guard or sentry) stands or is assigned to stand
verb
• affix in a public place or for public notice
Example sentence • Please check the post for any important letters.
8 2 noun n noun
• a metal post supporting an outdoor lamp (such as a streetlight)
Example sentence • The lamppost illuminated the dark street.
7 2 noun n noun
• a station in a remote or sparsely populated location
Example sentence • The explorers set up an outpost on the remote island.
8 2 noun n noun
• a post bearing a sign that gives directions or shows the way
verb
• mark with a signpost, as of a path
Example sentence • I missed the signpost and got lost in the forest.
4 1 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective
• (superlative of `many' used with count nouns and often preceded by `the') quantifier meaning the greatest in number
adverb
• used to form the superlative, greatest in size or degree
Example sentence • He is the most talented musician in the band.
8 2 noun n noun
• one of a pair of posts (usually joined by a crossbar) that are set up as a goal at each end of a playing field
Example sentence • The football player kicked the ball right into the goalpost .
9 2 noun n noun
• a rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior
Example sentence • The guidepost on the trail indicated that the waterfall was just ahead.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• speaking of yourself in superlatives
Example sentence • His boast about his accomplishments was unimpressive.
5 1 noun n noun
• a mental representation of some haunting experience
Example sentence • I felt a chill when I walked into the haunted house and saw a ghost .
6 2 adverb adv adverb
• (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
Example sentence • I almost missed the bus.
9 2 noun n noun
• (nautical) the principal upright timber at the stern of a vessel
Example sentence • The sternpost of the ship was ornately carved with intricate designs.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
Example sentence • She delivered a swift riposte to his criticism.
6 2 adjective adj noun
• the greatest possible degree
adjective satellite
• of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity
Example sentence • I will do my utmost to finish the project on time.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• the shore of a sea or ocean
verb
• move effortlessly; by force of gravity
Example sentence • We took a stroll along the coast to enjoy the sunset.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a technical name for the bread used in the service of Mass or Holy Communion
Example sentence • She was the host of the party.
5 1 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a piece of meat roasted or for roasting and of a size for slicing into more than one portion
adjective satellite
• (meat) cooked by dry heat in an oven
verb
• cook with dry heat, usually in an oven
Example sentence • We had roast beef for dinner last night.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• slices of bread that have been toasted
verb
• make brown and crisp by heating
Example sentence • She made a toast to celebrate their anniversary.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• situated at the farthest possible point from a center
Example sentence • The outermost layer of the Earth is called the crust.
9 3 adverb, adjective adv, adj adverb
• in or into the most prominent position, as in the mind
adjective satellite
• at or nearest to the top
Example sentence • Her smile was always plastered on her uppermost
12 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• situated farthest north
Example sentence • The northernmost city in the country is located just below the Arctic Circle.
8 2 noun n noun
• the shore of a sea or ocean
Example sentence • The seacoast is a popular tourist destination for beachgoers.
12 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• situated farthest south
Example sentence • Miami is the southernmost city in Florida.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• being deepest within the self
Example sentence • She shared her innermost thoughts with her best friend.
9 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• giving or marked by complete attention to
Example sentence • She was completely engrossed in her book and didn't notice the time passing.
8 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective satellite
• ranking above all others
Example sentence • Safety is our foremost concern.
9 3 verb v verb
• determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis
Example sentence • The doctor diagnosed her with pneumonia.
11 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The westernmost point of the United States is located in the state of Alaska.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a policy of the Soviet government allowing freer discussion of social problems
Example sentence • During glasnost , the Soviet media became more transparent and free.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• make a proposal, declare a plan for something
Example sentence • The proposed legislation aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
7 1 verb v adjective satellite
• lacking fine distinctions or detail
verb
• earn before taxes, expenses, etc.
Example sentence • The movie grossed over $100 million in its opening weekend.
6 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• A joint host alongside another (compare costar).
verb
• To act as a joint host.
5 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• treated with some kind of application
Example sentence • She drank a heavily dosed cocktail at the party.
5 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj adjective
• arranged for pictorial purposes
Example sentence • The posed question was difficult to answer.
11 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The company withheld the undisclosed evidence from the court.
7 2 verb v verb
• place side by side or in close proximity
Example sentence • The two pictures were apposed side by side for comparison.
7 2 verb v verb
• force to leave (an office)
Example sentence • The dictator was deposed by a popular uprising.
11 4 adjective adj Example sentence • She suffered from several undiagnosed health issues for years.
10 4 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• separate (substances) into constituent elements or parts
Example sentence • The decomposed body was found in the woods.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• placed side by side often for comparison
Example sentence • The artist juxtaposed bright colors and dark shadows in her painting.
10 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• turned about in order or relation
Example sentence • The transposed furniture created a new layout for the room.
10 3 adjective adj adjective
• not closed in or surrounded or included
Example sentence • The unenclosed field was perfect for flying kites.
9 3 adjective adj adjective
• not having opposition or an opponent
Example sentence • She won the race unopposed .
10 2 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• keep from happening or arising; make impossible
Example sentence • The foreclosed property was sold at an auction.
10 3 verb v Example sentence • He interposed himself between the fighting children.
11 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• take for granted or as a given; suppose beforehand
Example sentence • Her presupposed innocence made it difficult to convict her.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
Example sentence • He presented a purposed plan for the team's future.
7 2 verb v noun
• freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility)
verb
• put or confide something in a person or thing
Example sentence • She softly reposed her weary body on the comfortable bed.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• To reuse for a different purpose, on a long-term basis, without alteration.
8 2 adjective adj Example sentence • The unclosed door let in a cold draft.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a mixture of decaying vegetation and manure; used as a fertilizer
Example sentence • I added vegetable scraps to the compost pile.
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