5 2 noun
• the posterior part of the mandible that is more or less vertical
6 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• widely known and esteemed
8 2 adjective adj adjective
• Covered with, made of, or resembling scales; scaly.
Example sentence • The squamous cells line the inner surface of the lungs.
8 3 noun n noun
• an extraordinary writ commanding an official to perform a ministerial act that the law recognizes as an absolute duty and not a matter for the official's discretion; used only when all other judicial remedies fail
Example sentence • The attorney filed a petition for a writ of mandamus to compel the government to release the documents.
9 4 noun n Example sentence • He is an ignoramus when it comes to art history.
5 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective
• on the negative side or lower end of a scale
noun
• an arithmetic operation in which the difference between two numbers is calculated
adjective satellite
• involving disadvantage or harm
Example sentence • The answer to the math problem is ten minus two.
5 2 noun n noun
• the second nearest planet to the sun; it is peculiar in that its rotation is slow and retrograde (in the opposite sense of the Earth and all other planets except Uranus); it is visible from Earth as an early `morning star' or an `evening star'
12 5 noun n noun
• massive thick-skinned herbivorous animal living in or around rivers of tropical Africa
Example sentence • The hippopotamus is a large, herbivorous mammal found in sub-Saharan Africa.
12 5 noun n noun
• a basal part of the diencephalon governing autonomic nervous system
Example sentence • The hypothalamus is responsible for regulating body temperature.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a verbal commitment by one person to another agreeing to do (or not to do) something in the future
verb
• make a promise or commitment
Example sentence • She made a promise to never give up on her dreams.
6 2 noun n noun
• a thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially as a dip for pita; originated in the Middle East
Example sentence • I love to dip vegetables in hummus .
8 2 noun n noun
• that which is pleasing or valuable or useful
Example sentence • Her goodness and kindness made her a beloved member of the community.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• someone who sees an event and reports what happened
Example sentence • The witness identified the suspect in the lineup.
5 2 noun n noun
• a general kind of something
Example sentence • The genus Canis includes species such as wolves, coyotes, and domestic dogs.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a contorted facial expression
verb
• contort the face to indicate a certain mental or emotional state
Example sentence • She made a grimace when she tasted the sour lemon.
7 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• extremely wicked, deeply criminal
Example sentence • The serial killer committed heinous crimes against innocent victims.
7 2 noun n noun
• vacuum flask that preserves temperature of hot or cold drinks
Example sentence • I always bring my thermos to work filled with hot coffee.
9 3 noun n noun
• state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy
Example sentence • She always radiates happiness wherever she goes.
5 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• anything that tends to arouse
Example sentence • I received a bonus for achieving my sales target.
5 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the concentration of attention or energy on something
verb
• direct one's attention on something
Example sentence • She has a laser-like focus when she is working on her paintings.
8 3 noun n noun
• a place where something ends or is complete
Example sentence • The train arrives at its terminus on time.
7 2 noun n noun
• an enclosed chamber in which heat is produced to heat buildings, destroy refuse, smelt or refine ores, etc.
Example sentence • The furnace in the basement keeps the whole house warm during the winter.
9 2 noun n noun
• a feeling of joy and pride
Example sentence • The lightness of the feather allowed it to float effortlessly in the air.
11 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• noble and generous in spirit
Example sentence • He showed a magnanimous willingness to forgive her.
8 2 noun n noun
• the quality of being deliberately mean
Example sentence • His meanness towards his subordinates earned him a bad reputation.
9 4 adjective adj Example sentence • The committee reached a unanimous decision to approve the proposal.
8 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• extremely poisonous or injurious; producing venom
Example sentence • The snake's bite is venomous and can be deadly.
5 2 noun n noun
• partially decomposed organic matter; the organic component of soil
Example sentence • Adding humus to the soil improves its fertility.
7 2 noun n noun
• a relatively narrow strip of land (with water on both sides) connecting two larger land areas
Example sentence • An isthmus is a narrow strip of land that connects two larger landmasses.
6 2 noun n noun
• a coloring material (obtained from lichens) that turns red in acid solutions and blue in alkaline solutions; used as a very rough acid-base indicator
Example sentence • She used a litmus paper to test the acidity of the solution.
6 2 noun n noun
• a portable paraffin cooking stove; used by campers
Example sentence • The primus is the leader of the team.
9 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• free of guilt; not subject to blame
Example sentence • She led a blameless life, never causing harm to anyone.
10 3 noun n noun
• a spectator who can describe what happened
verb
• be present at an event and see it with one's own eyes
Example sentence • The eyewitness testified in court about what they saw on the night of the crime.
9 3 noun n noun
• a woman entrusted with the care and supervision of a child (especially in a private home)
Example sentence • She hired a governess to educate her children.
11 4 adjective adj adjective
• within or by means of a vein
Example sentence • The patient received intravenous medication to treat the infection.
8 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• softly bright or radiant
Example sentence • The moon shone luminous in the night sky.
11 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The hikers struggled to climb the steep mountainous terrain.
7 2 adjective adj adjective
• of or relating to the nervous system
Example sentence • She felt nervous before her big job interview.
11 3 noun n Example sentence • Her willingness to help others is admirable.
9 4 adjective adj adjective
• having no known name or identity or known source
adjective satellite
• not known or lacking marked individuality
Example sentence • She received an anonymous gift on her birthday.
8 2 noun n noun
• absence of light or illumination
Example sentence • The room was enveloped in darkness .
8 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree
Example sentence • The elephant had an enormous size.
9 2 noun n noun
• the property possessed by something or someone of outstanding importance or eminence
Example sentence • His greatness as a leader was recognized by all.
8 2 noun n noun
• the quality of being high or lofty
7 2 noun n noun
• impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism
Example sentence • He is suffering from a severe illness .
8 2 noun n noun
• the quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic
Example sentence • She thanked the stranger for their kindness in helping her cross the road.
7 2 noun n noun
• obsolete terms for legal insanity
Example sentence • His irrational behavior was a clear sign of madness .
7 2 noun n noun
• emotions experienced when not in a state of well-being
Example sentence • She couldn't hide her sadness when she received the bad news.
8 2 noun n noun
• impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism
Example sentence • The flu caused a lot of sickness in the office.
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