8 2 noun n noun
• a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school
Example sentence • The Catholic Church has a strict doctrine regarding marriage and divorce.
7 2 adjective adj adjective
• of concern to or concerning the affairs of other nations (other than your own)
adjective satellite
• not contained in or deriving from the essential nature of something
Example sentence • He was fascinated by foreign cultures and customs.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a series of connected underground tunnels occupied by rabbits
Example sentence • We stumbled upon a warren of rabbits in the field.
7 3 noun n noun
• the acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer, Empirin, and St. Joseph) usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platelets
Example sentence • I have a headache, can you give me an aspirin ?
7 2 noun n noun
• short-legged flightless birds of cold southern especially Antarctic regions having webbed feet and wings modified as flippers
Example sentence • The penguin waddled across the ice.
8 2 noun n noun
• a young person of either sex
Example sentence • The children are playing in the park.
2 1 noun
• a state in midwestern United States, with capital Indianapolis
adverb
• to or toward the inside of
Example sentence • She is sitting in the car.
11 4 noun n noun
• a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action
Example sentence • The doctor administered epinephrine to the patient to treat the severe allergic reaction.
7 3 noun n noun
• a polysaccharide produced in basophils (especially in the lung and liver) and that inhibits the activity of thrombin in coagulation of the blood; it (trade names Lipo-Hepin and Liquaemin) is used as an anticoagulant in the treatment of thrombosis and in heart surgery
Example sentence • The doctor prescribed a high dose of heparin to the patient.
9 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a nation's ruler or head of state usually by hereditary right
adjective satellite
• (of political bodies) not controlled by outside forces
Example sentence • The king was considered the sovereign of the land.
6 2 noun n Example sentence • The museum relies on its patrons for financial support.
6 3 noun n Example sentence • Did anyone see who stole my wallet?
6 2 noun n noun
• motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work
Example sentence • The car's engine started smoking.
7 3 verb v verb
• form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case
Example sentence • Just imagine how different the world could be.
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
• the child of your aunt or uncle
Example sentence • My cousin and I are the same age.
5 2 noun n noun
• a highly toxic chemical nerve agent that inhibits the activity of cholinesterase
Example sentence • The use of sarin as a chemical weapon is prohibited by the Chemical Weapons Convention.
6 2 noun n noun
• An insecticide and persistent organic pollutant containing a naphthalene-derived compound.
Example sentence • The aldrin levels in the water were found to exceed the safety limits.
5 2 noun n noun
• a nobleman (in various countries) of varying rank
Example sentence • The baron was known for his extravagant parties and lavish lifestyle.
3 1 verb v noun
• airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc.
verb
• preserve in a can or tin
Example sentence • She can play the piano beautifully.
5 2 noun n noun
• a woman who is considered to be dangerously seductive
Example sentence • The sound of the siren warned us of the approaching tornado.
8 2 noun n noun
• a cavalry unit consisting of two or more troops and headquarters and supporting arms
Example sentence • The squadron of fighter jets flew in formation overhead.
13 3 noun n noun
• a child of your son or daughter
Example sentence • I love spending time with my grandchildren .
9 3 noun n noun
• first wife of Henry VIII; Henry VIII's divorce from her was the initial step of the Reformation in England (1485-1536)
12 5 adjective adj Example sentence • The intrauterine environment plays a crucial role in fetal development.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
verb
• be the captain of a sports team
Example sentence • The captain of the soccer team is injured.
7 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective
• having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
adjective satellite
• definite but not specified or identified
Example sentence • I am certain that I will pass the exam.
7 2 noun n noun
• the flesh of a chicken used for food
Example sentence • I had chicken for dinner last night.
6 2 noun n noun
• any of various swallows with squarish or slightly forked tail and long pointed wings; migrate around Martinmas
Example sentence • The purple martin is a type of swallow bird.
8 2 noun n noun
• a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
Example sentence • Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world.
5 2 noun n noun
• an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
Example sentence • She is one of the most influential women in the industry.
9 3 noun n noun
• white odorless powdered or crystalline alkaloid from plants of the genus Ephedra (especially Ephedra sinica) or made synthetically; used as a bronchodilator to treat bronchitis and asthma
Example sentence • Athletes may use ephedrine as a performance-enhancing drug.
6 2 noun n noun
• a white insoluble fibrous protein formed by the action of thrombin on fibrinogen when blood clots; it forms a network that traps red cells and platelets
Example sentence • The formation of fibrin is the final step in the blood clotting process.
12 4 noun n noun
• any shrub of the genus Rhododendron: evergreen shrubs or small shrubby trees having leathery leaves and showy clusters of campanulate (bell-shaped) flowers
Example sentence • The rhododendron in our garden is blooming beautifully this year.
6 2 noun n
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8 2 noun n noun
• a very large pot that is used for boiling
Example sentence • The witches gathered around the cauldron , brewing their magical potion.
5 2 noun n noun
• a shelter serving as a place of safety or sanctuary
Example sentence • The house by the lake became their tranquil haven .
6 2 verb v Example sentence • Please listen carefully to my instructions.
6 2 noun n noun
• a married woman (usually middle-aged with children) who is staid and dignified
Example sentence • The matron of the hospital guided us through the ward.
4 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective
• affording unobstructed entrance and exit; not shut or closed
noun
• a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water
adjective satellite
• with no protection or shield
verb
• cause to open or to become open
5 2 noun n noun
• an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
Example sentence • She is a strong and independent woman .
10 4 noun n noun
• a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action
Example sentence • She felt a rush of adrenaline as she bungee jumped off the bridge.
9 3 verb v verb
• establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study
Example sentence • She conducted a series of experiments to determine the effectiveness of the new drug.
10 3 noun n verb
• develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control
Example sentence • The military emphasizes discipline in all aspects of training.
8 3 adjective adj adjective
• associated with women and not with men
noun
• a gender that refers chiefly (but not exclusively) to females or to objects classified as female
adjective satellite
• (music or poetry) ending on an unaccented beat or syllable
Example sentence • She wore a feminine dress to the party.
7 2 noun n noun
• any of several shrubs and vines of the genus Jasminum chiefly native to Asia
Example sentence • I love the sweet smell of jasmine in the garden.
5 2 noun n noun
• small room on a ship or boat where people sleep
verb
• confine to a small space, such as a cabin
Example sentence • We stayed in a cozy log cabin during our vacation.
6 2 noun n noun
• the basic unit of money in Suriname; equal to 100 cents
Example sentence • The florin is the currency of Aruba.
9 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a clown or buffoon (after the Harlequin character in the commedia dell'arte)
verb
• variegate with spots or marks
Example sentence • She dressed up as a harlequin for the costume party.
6 2 noun n noun
• adornment consisting of a small piece of shiny material used to decorate clothing
Example sentence • She wore a dress adorned with sequins.
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