11 4 noun
n
noun
• the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose
Example sentence • I need to do some preparation before the meeting.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• salty fluid secreted by sweat glands
Example sentence • After an intense workout, she was covered in perspiration .
12 5 noun
n
noun
• understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something
Example sentence • I would like to express my appreciation for your hard work.
9 4 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• energy that is radiated or transmitted in the form of rays or waves or particles
Example sentence • Exposure to high levels of radiation can be extremely harmful to the human body.
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.
12 5 noun
n
noun
• a decrease in price or value
Example sentence • The depreciation of the currency led to higher import costs.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• a joyful occasion for special festivities to mark some happy event
Example sentence • The whole town gathered for the joyful celebration of New Year's Eve.
11 5 noun
n
noun
• joint operation or action
Example sentence • The success of the project was possible due to the cooperation of all team members.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• a business firm whose articles of incorporation have been approved in some state
Example sentence • The corporation is investing in new technology to improve productivity.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• the state of lacking unity
Example sentence • The separation of church and state is important in maintaining a secular society.
11 5 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• the condition of being exposed to radiation
Example sentence • Medical professionals sometimes use irradiation to treat certain types of cancer.
9 4 noun
n
noun
• a negotiation to resolve differences that is conducted by some impartial party
Example sentence • The couple decided to go through mediation in order to resolve their divorce peacefully.
13 5 noun
n
noun
• the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
Example sentence • She showed great determination in achieving her goals.
9 4 noun
n
noun
• a feeling of profound love and admiration
Example sentence • She gazed at the painting with adoration .
13 5 noun
n
noun
• the state of being allied or confederated
Example sentence • Canada is a federal confederation composed of 10 provinces and 3 territories.
13 5 noun
n
noun
• a representation of a person that is exaggerated for comic effect
Example sentence • His impersonation of Elvis Presley was spot-on.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• quality of being moderate and avoiding extremes
Example sentence • He always exercises moderation when it comes to eating sweets.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a newly established colony (especially in the colonization of North America)
Example sentence • The plantation was filled with rows of tall palm trees.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• a state or condition markedly different from the norm
Example sentence • The sudden outburst of anger was completely out of character for John, it was an aberration from his usual calm demeanor.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form
Example sentence • The movie was a faithful adaptation of the book.
10 4 noun
n
Example sentence • Her lifelong aspiration is to become a successful novelist.
13 4 noun
n
noun
• a long and thoughtful observation
Example sentence • I need some quiet time for contemplation .
11 4 noun
n
noun
• a state in which all hope is lost or absent
Example sentence • She acted out of desperation when she stole the food.
12 5 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• act of assembling and putting into readiness for war or other emergency:
Example sentence • The mobilization of troops was necessary to defend the country.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• the metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic molecules; processes that take place in the cells and tissues during which energy is released and carbon dioxide is produced and absorbed by the blood to be transported to the lungs
Example sentence • During aerobic respiration , glucose is broken down to release energy.
12 5 noun
n
noun
• the act of expelling a person from their native land
Example sentence • The threat of expatriation can be a powerful deterrent for some individuals.
11 5 noun
n
noun
• act of correcting an error or a fault or an evil
Example sentence • The remediation of the contaminated site took several years.
8 4 noun
n
noun
• the process of forming and relating ideas
Example sentence • The brainstorming session resulted in many creative ideations.
14 6 noun
n
noun
• the restoration of someone to a useful place in society
Example sentence • He underwent rehabilitation after his knee surgery.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the process of combining with water; usually reversible
Example sentence • Proper hydration is important for maintaining good health.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• (embryology) the organic process whereby a fertilized egg becomes implanted in the lining of the uterus of placental mammals
Example sentence • The successful implantation of the embryo is crucial for a healthy pregnancy.
12 5 noun
n
noun
• the act of prolonging something
Example sentence • The perpetuation of old traditions is important to preserve cultural heritage.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• an unhappy and worried mental state
Example sentence • The earthquake caused a perturbation in the city's infrastructure.
12 5 noun
n
noun
• gradual healing (through rest) after sickness or injury
Example sentence • After a long day at work, I need some time for recuperation .
15 4 noun
n
noun
• an operation moving an organ from one organism (the donor) to another (the recipient)
Example sentence • The patient underwent a kidney transplantation last week.
12 5 noun
n
noun
• the act of returning to the country of origin
Example sentence • The repatriation of cultural artifacts to their country of origin is an important step in preserving global cultural heritage.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• (psychoanalysis) an unconscious process whereby two ideas or images combine into a single symbol; especially in dreams
Example sentence • The window was covered in condensation after the hot shower.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• the state of being decayed or destroyed
Example sentence • The hurricane caused widespread devastation throughout the coastal areas.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• indecision in speech or action
Example sentence • I could hear the hesitation in his voice as he answered the question.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• the act of liberating someone or something
Example sentence • The liberation of the oppressed people was celebrated with great joy.
8 3 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• surgical removal of a body part or tissue
Example sentence • The surgical procedure involved the ablation of the tumor.
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 5 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• addition of extra material or illustration or clarifying detail
Example sentence • The speaker provided a thorough elaboration of his proposal during the conference.
11 5 noun
n
noun
• the process of becoming a vapor
Example sentence • The puddle disappeared due to evaporation in the hot sun.
13 5 noun
n
noun
• consolidating two or more things; union in (or into) one body
Example sentence • The incorporation of new technologies has greatly enhanced productivity in our company.
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.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• (astronomy) a real or apparent slow oscillation of a moon or satellite
Example sentence • The libration of the moon allows us to observe about 59% of its surface from Earth.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• confusion resulting from failure to understand
Example sentence • The politician's speech was filled with obfuscation , making it difficult to understand his true intentions.
15 6 noun
n
noun
• a consideration of a topic (as in a meeting) with a view to changing an earlier decision
Example sentence • After receiving the rejection letter, he submitted a letter of reconsideration .
13 5 noun
n
noun
• the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves
Example sentence • The loud reverberation of the thunder could be heard for miles.
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