9 4 noun n noun
• a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage)
Example sentence • The theory of evolution explains how species change over time.
9 3 noun n noun
• undesirable state of the natural environment being contaminated with harmful substances as a consequence of human activities
Example sentence • Air pollution is a major problem in many cities around the world.
10 4 verb, noun v, n noun
• a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving
Example sentence • The scientific revolution led to major advancements in the fields of astronomy and physics.
12 4 noun n noun
• law determining the fundamental political principles of a government
Example sentence • The new constitution was ratified by a majority of voters.
12 4 noun n noun
• the effort contributed by a person in bringing about a result
Example sentence • His contribution to the project was invaluable.
12 4 noun n noun
• (statistics) an arrangement of values of a variable showing their observed or theoretical frequency of occurrence
Example sentence • The distribution of food to the famine-affected areas was delayed due to bad weather.
11 4 noun n noun
• an organization founded and united for a specific purpose
Example sentence • The university is a prestigious institution known for its academic excellence.
12 4 noun n noun
• an event in which one thing is substituted for another
Example sentence • The teacher made a substitution and brought in a substitute to cover her class.
9 4 verb, noun v, n noun
• putting a condemned person to death
Example sentence • The execution of the project was flawless.
11 4 noun n noun
• the institution and conduct of legal proceedings against a defendant for criminal behavior
Example sentence • The prosecution presented evidence that the defendant was at the crime scene.
13 5 noun n noun
• execution by electricity
Example sentence • The electrician died from electrocution after coming into contact with a live wire.
11 4 noun n noun
• the act of persecuting (especially on the basis of race or religion)
Example sentence • Religious persecution was a common occurrence during medieval times.
11 4 noun n noun
• a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury
Example sentence • The judge ordered the defendant to pay restitution to the victims of the scam.
11 4 noun n noun
• a justly deserved penalty
Example sentence • He was seeking retribution for the wrongs done to him.
8 3 noun n noun
• the ritual washing of a priest's hands or of sacred vessels
Example sentence • Every morning, I performed my ablutions by washing my face and brushing my teeth.
10 4 noun n noun
• the process of declining from a higher to a lower level of effective power or vitality or essential quality
Example sentence • The devolution of power to local councils has been a key policy of the current government.
8 3 noun n Example sentence • The dilution of the orange juice made it taste less concentrated.
11 4 noun n noun
• assigning some quality or character to a person or thing
Example sentence • The attribution of the painting to a famous artist increased its value.
10 4 noun n noun
• change toward something smaller or lower
Example sentence • The diminution of population in the small town led to the closure of several businesses.
9 4 noun n noun
• an expert manner of speaking involving control of voice and gesture
Example sentence • She won the elocution contest with her powerful delivery and clear articulation.
14 5 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The government implemented a policy of wealth redistribution to address income inequality.
10 4 noun n noun
• a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote
Example sentence • She made a New Year's resolution to exercise more.
8 3 noun n noun
• a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances; frequently (but not necessarily) a liquid solution
Example sentence • I have found a solution to the math problem.
8 3 noun n noun
• an erroneous mental representation
Example sentence • The magician created an illusion of a disappearing rabbit.
11 5 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• tiny; relating to or characteristic of the imaginary country of Lilliput
noun
• a 6-inch tall inhabitant of Lilliput in a novel by Jonathan Swift
Example sentence • The lilliputian was the smallest and cutest member of the dog show.
6 2 verb v Example sentence • Please listen carefully to my instructions.
10 4 noun n noun
• the condition of being formally forgiven by a priest in the sacrament of penance
Example sentence • He sought absolution for his sins from the priest.
11 4 noun n noun
• separation into component parts
Example sentence • The dissolution of the partnership was a difficult process for both parties involved.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• something done (usually as opposed to something said)
verb
• institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against
Example sentence • He took immediate action and called for help.
9 3 noun n noun
• the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
Example sentence • Please pay attention to the instructions.
9 3 noun n noun
• a state at a particular time
verb
• establish a conditioned response
Example sentence • He was in critical condition after the car accident.
12 4 noun n noun
• the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
Example sentence • We had a long and meaningful conversation about our future plans.
11 4 noun n noun
• a message received and understood
Example sentence • I need more information before I can make a decision.
13 5 verb, noun v, n noun
• an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities
Example sentence • The police launched an investigation into the murder case.
6 2 noun n Example sentence • I learned an important lesson about trust.
7 2 verb v noun
• a remark that calls attention to something or someone
Example sentence • She mentioned that she was going on vacation next month.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work
Example sentence • The astronauts were on a dangerous mission to explore the uncharted territory of outer space.
5 2 noun n noun
• a large body of water constituting a principal part of the hydrosphere
Example sentence • The ocean is vast and deep.
9 4 noun n noun
• the state of being in effect or being operative
Example sentence • The doctors performed a complex heart operation on the patient.
10 3 noun n noun
• approval to do something
Example sentence • I need permission to access this file.
8 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the particular portion of space occupied by something
verb
• cause to be in an appropriate place, state, or relation
Example sentence • He was offered a high-paying position at a prestigious company.
9 4 noun n noun
• the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time
Example sentence • The current situation is very complicated.
7 2 noun n noun
• a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose
Example sentence • I need to go to the train station to get my ticket.
8 3 noun n noun
• leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure
verb
• spend or take a vacation
Example sentence • I am going on vacation next week.
6 2 noun n noun
• the child of your aunt or uncle
Example sentence • My cousin and I are the same age.
8 3 noun n noun
• the act of making up your mind about something
Example sentence • I have made a difficult decision .
7 2 noun n noun
• an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another
Example sentence • She inherited a large fortune from her grandfather.
7 2 noun n noun
• a room equipped for preparing meals
Example sentence • I am cooking in the kitchen .
8 3 noun n noun
• the branches of medical science that deal with nonsurgical techniques
verb
• treat medicinally, treat with medicine
Example sentence • I forgot to take my medicine this morning.
6 2 noun n noun
• a human being; person, singular, assertive existential pronoun; pronoun, person, singular; quantifier: assertive existential
Example sentence • He is a kind and caring person .
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