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.
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.
8 3 noun n noun
• special importance or significance
Example sentence • She placed great emphasis on the importance of education.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
8 3 noun n noun
• abnormal narrowing of a bodily canal or passageway
Example sentence • The patient was diagnosed with aortic stenosis .
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an announcement containing information about an event
verb
• discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of by perception with the eyes
Example sentence • I received a notice from the bank about my overdue payment.
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• tough and callous by virtue of experience
Example sentence • He had a pugnacious attitude and was always looking for a fight.
11 4 noun n noun
• a misanthrope who dislikes women in particular
Example sentence • The group of misogynists gathered to protest against gender equality.
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.
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 person who plays the piano
Example sentence • Many famous pianists have performed at this concert hall.
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.
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.
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
• a person (who should be a doctor) who terminates pregnancies
Example sentence • Many abortionists believe that women should have the right to choose.
8 3 noun n noun
• the principal character in a work of fiction
Example sentence • The receptor agonists are drugs that mimic the action of certain neurotransmitters in the body.
10 3 noun n noun
• a medical specialist in hygiene
Example sentence • Dental hygienists play a crucial role in maintaining oral health.
13 5 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• of or relating to isolationism
noun
• an advocate of isolationism in international affairs
Example sentence • Many isolationists argued that the country should avoid involvement in foreign conflicts.
13 5 noun n noun
• a secretary whose main duty is to answer the telephone and receive visitors
Example sentence • The receptionists at the hotel were very helpful and friendly.
6 2 noun n noun
• United States suffragist in Wyoming (1814-1902)
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 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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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 .
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty
Example sentence • The relentless rain washed away all the freshly planted seeds.
5 2 noun n noun
• common Old World thrush noted for its song
Example sentence • The mavis is a species of thrush that is known for its melodious song.
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.
5 2 noun n noun
• (Old Testament) the Hebrew prophet who led the Israelites from Egypt across the Red sea on a journey known as the Exodus; Moses received the Ten Commandments from God on Mount Sinai
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.
8 3 noun n noun
• any of various ornamental climbing plants of the genus Clematis usually having showy flowers
Example sentence • I planted clematis in my garden for some beautiful flowers.
15 6 noun n noun
• the motion of charged particles in a colloid under the influence of an electric field; particles with a positive charge go to the cathode and negative to the anode
Example sentence • The gel used in gel electrophoresis is made of agarose or polyacrylamide.
5 2 noun n noun
• the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce
12 4 adjective adj adjective
• not auspicious; boding ill
adjective satellite
• contrary to your interests or welfare
Example sentence • The team had an inauspicious start to the season with three consecutive losses.
8 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• having strong sexual appeal
Example sentence • She bit into the luscious apple and savored its juicy sweetness.
5 2 noun n noun
• the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
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.
5 2 noun n noun
• all of the words in a language; all word forms having meaning or grammatical function
Example sentence • The linguist studied the lexis of the ancient language.
5 2 noun n noun
• recuperation in which the symptoms of an acute disease gradually subside
Example sentence • Cell lysis is a process in which the cell membrane ruptures, releasing its contents.
9 3 noun n noun
• a disease of the respiratory mucous membrane
Example sentence • The pertussis vaccine is recommended for young children.
6 2 noun n noun
• translating an idea into action
Example sentence • The curriculum emphasized the importance of praxis in developing critical thinking skills.
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