3 1 adjective adj noun
• the branch of engineering that deals with the use of computers and telecommunications to retrieve and store and transmit information
Example sentence • The dog wagged its tail.
7 2 noun n noun
• the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses)
Example sentence • The company's profits have been steadily increasing over the past year.
7 2 noun n noun
• an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented
Example sentence • The Halloween decorations included ghosts and spirits .
7 2 noun n noun
• an armed thief who is (usually) a member of a band
Example sentence • The bandits robbed the bank and escaped with all the money.
7 2 noun n noun
• a written account of what transpired at a meeting
Example sentence • I will be ready to leave in five minutes .
5 1 noun n noun
• the people of Great Britain
7 2 noun n noun
• a list of acknowledgements of those who contributed to the creation of a film (usually run at the end of the film)
Example sentence • I earned enough credits to graduate.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• coarsely ground hulled corn boiled as a breakfast dish in the southern United States
Example sentence • I ordered a bowl of shrimp and grits for breakfast.
4 1 noun n noun
• the basic human power of intelligent thought and perception
Example sentence • He had to use all his wits to solve the puzzle.
6 2 verb v verb
• declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
Example sentence • He admits to being wrong.
6 2 verb v Example sentence • He lived a lifestyle that befits his social status.
5 2 verb v Example sentence • The volcano emits steam and ash during an eruption.
4 1 verb, adverb, noun v, adv, n adjective
• meeting adequate standards for a purpose
noun
• a display of bad temper
adjective satellite
• (usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed
verb
• be agreeable or acceptable to
Example sentence • The shoe store had a wide selection of sizes and fits .
5 1 noun n noun
• A fused mixture of materials used to make glass.
verb
• To add frit to a glass or ceramic mixture
6 2 noun n noun
• any admirable quality or attribute
Example sentence • The merits of the case will be discussed during the trial.
7 2 verb v noun
• a legal document giving official permission to do something
verb
• consent to, give permission; permit
Example sentence • She permits her children to stay up late on the weekends.
6 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• extending the legs at right angles to the trunk (one in front and the other in back)
adjective satellite
• having been divided; having the unity destroyed
verb
• separate into parts or portions
Example sentence • She did the splits during her gymnastics routine.
7 2 verb v verb
• refer for judgment or consideration
Example sentence • He submits his application before the deadline.
9 2 verb v Example sentence • The radio transmits signals to receivers all over the city.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• The state of being defective.
verb
• To go wrong or become defective.
Example sentence • My computer crashed and now it's on the fritz .
8 3 verb v verb
• take watchful responsibility for
Example sentence • She babysits for her neighbors every Saturday night.
8 2 noun n Example sentence • The artist received plaudits for her breathtaking performance.
7 2 verb v verb
• pronounce not guilty of criminal charges
Example sentence • The jury acquits the defendant due to lack of evidence.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• (American football) defensive players try to break through the offensive line
verb
• attack suddenly and without warning
Example sentence • We need to blitz through this stack of paperwork before the deadline.
6 2 verb v verb
• make unwanted and intrusive comments
Example sentence • He liked to kibitz while playing chess with his friends.
8 2 noun n noun
• the second of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures
Example sentence • The prophets predicted the arrival of a great leader.
5 1 verb v adjective satellite
• on equal terms by payment or requital
Example sentence • After five years working at the company, she decided to call it quits .
7 2 noun n noun
• childhood disease caused by deficiency of vitamin D and sunlight associated with impaired metabolism of calcium and phosphorus
Example sentence • His poor diet and lack of sunlight exposure led to the development of rickets .
4 1 noun
• ostentatious display of elegance
8 2 noun n noun
• pitcher plant of southeastern United States having erect yellow trumpet-shaped pitchers with wide mouths and erect lids
Example sentence • The sound of trumpets filled the air as the king entered the room.
7 2 noun n noun
• a loud and disturbing noise
verb
• celebrate noisily, often indulging in drinking; engage in uproarious festivities
Example sentence • He enjoys playing tennis with his new rackets .
5 2 noun
• a nearly horizontal passage from the surface into a mine
Example sentence • The miners used adits to reach the underground coal seam.
6 2 noun n noun
• (Islamic mythology) a kind of djinn mentioned in the Qur'an.
Example sentence • According to old Arabian legends, afrits are mischievous spirits that dwell in the desert.
6 2 noun n noun
• an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control:
Example sentence • The new law expands the ambits of local government.
7 2 noun n noun
• the hollow under the arm where it is joined to the shoulder
Example sentence • She lifted her arms and the sweat stains under her armpits were clearly visible.
7 2 noun
• One who voluntarily or involuntarily leaves a company; a termed employee
verb
• To wear down through attrition, especially mechanical attrition
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an inspection of the accounting procedures and records by a trained accountant or CPA
verb
• examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification
Example sentence • The company audits its financial statements annually.
8 2 noun n
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Example sentence • She carefully reviewed the backfits from the previous project.
7 2
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7 2 noun n noun
• a furnished sitting room with sleeping accommodations (and some plumbing)
Example sentence • There are several bedsits available for rent in the city center.
6 2 noun n
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4 1 noun n noun
• a small piece or quantity of something
Example sentence • Please give me some bits of information.
9 2 noun n noun
• a spar projecting from the bow of a vessel
6 2 noun n noun
• a crane-like device (usually one of a pair) for suspending or lowering equipment (as a lifeboat)
Example sentence • The boat was securely attached to the davits on the ship.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an accounting entry acknowledging sums that are owing
Example sentence • The bank statement showed multiple debits from my account.
6 2 verb v verb
• To let fall; to depress; to yield.
Example sentence • He demits his position as CEO.
6 2 noun n noun
• one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration
Example sentence • The math professor explained the concept of place value using different digits .
7 2 noun n noun
• a stupid incompetent person
Example sentence • Those dimwits couldn't solve a simple math problem.
4 1 noun n noun
• the shorter of the two telegraphic signals used in Morse code
6 2
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