3 1 adverb, noun adv, n noun
• a small piece or quantity of something
Example sentence • I took a small bit of chocolate from the box.
3 1 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj 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 • She tried on several different outfits to find the perfect fit .
3 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• (baseball) when a batter strikes a picthed ball into fair territory and arrives safely on base (without an error or a fielder's choice being made by the defense)
verb
• cause to move by striking
Example sentence • He took a hard hit to the head during the football game.
5 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 • There was a split down the middle of the road.
2 1 noun n noun
• the branch of engineering that deals with the use of computers and telecommunications to retrieve and store and transmit information
Example sentence • I found a book in the library and checked it out.
3 1 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the humanistic study of a body of literature
adjective satellite
• provided with artificial light
Example sentence • The concert last night was lit !
3 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a sizeable hole (usually in the ground)
verb
• set into opposition or rivalry
Example sentence • He fell into a deep pit while hiking in the mountains.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a fabric made by knitting
verb
• make (textiles) by knitting
Example sentence • She loves to do cross-stitch and knit in her free time.
3 1 verb v verb
• be in a position in which one's upper body is largely upright and supported by one's backside
Example sentence • Please sit quietly during the presentation.
3 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent
verb
• come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
Example sentence • I need to get some groceries from the store.
5 2 verb v verb
• declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
Example sentence • I admit that I made a mistake.
4 1 verb v verb
• put an end to a state or an activity
Example sentence • I quit my job last week.
3 1 noun n noun
• a case for containing a set of articles
verb
• supply with a set of articles or tools
Example sentence • I need to pack my camping kit before we leave.
4 1 verb v verb
• make a clean cut through
Example sentence • She carefully slit open the envelope with a letter opener.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a narrow strip of land that juts out into the sea
verb
• expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth
Example sentence • He wiped the spit off his face.
3 1 noun n noun
• a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter
Example sentence • She is known for her quick wit and clever comebacks.
6 2 verb v verb
• perform an act, usually with a negative connotation
Example sentence • He decided to commit to a healthier lifestyle and started exercising regularly.
6 2 verb v verb
• refer for judgment or consideration
Example sentence • Please submit your completed application by Friday.
4 1 noun n noun
• the young of a herring or sprat or similar fish
4 1 noun n noun
• a dismissive term for a girl who is immature or who lacks respect
Example sentence • She wrote a chit to her teacher explaining why she was absent from class.
4 1 verb v noun
• a sudden quick movement
verb
• move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart
Example sentence • The butterfly flit through the garden.
4 1 noun n noun
• a hard coarse-grained siliceous sandstone
Example sentence • She showed great grit and determination in completing the marathon.
3 1 noun n noun
• a luminance unit equal to 1 candle per square meter measured perpendicular to the rays from the source
Example sentence • The hairdresser found a nit in the child's hair.
4 1 noun n noun
• a short theatrical episode
Example sentence • We performed a funny skit at the school talent show.
4 1 noun
• a tiny or scarcely detectable amount
Example sentence • I can't see a whit of evidence to support your claim.
4 1 noun n noun
• (law) a legal document issued by a court or judicial officer
Example sentence • He filed a writ against the company for unfair treatment.
4 2 verb v Example sentence • The chimney emits smoke.
4 2 verb v verb
• prevent from being included or considered or accepted
Example sentence • Please do not omit any of the required information on the form.
8 2 verb v Example sentence • Please transmit the documents to our office by tomorrow.
5 2 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• below the required standards for a purpose
adjective satellite
• physically unsound or diseased
verb
• make unfit or unsuitable
Example sentence • He was deemed unfit for military service due to his medical condition.
5 1 noun n noun
• the young of a herring or sprat or similar fish
4 1 noun n noun
• the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
Example sentence • He caught the ball with his baseball mitt .
6 2 noun n noun
• any cohesive unit such as a military company
verb
• provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose
Example sentence • She always wears a stylish outfit to work.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a legal document giving official permission to do something
verb
• consent to, give permission; permit
Example sentence • I need a parking permit to park in this neighborhood.
5 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj noun
• A legitimate; a legitimate actor.
adjective
• Legitimate; legal; allowed by the rules; valid.
adverb
• Legitimately; within the law.
Example sentence • That store sells legit products.
6 2 verb v verb
• pronounce not guilty of criminal charges
Example sentence • The jury decided to acquit the defendant of all charges.
6 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj verb
• give someone credit for something
Example sentence • She has a good credit score.
6 2 noun n noun
• the vital principle or animating force within living things
Example sentence • She had a kind spirit and always tried to help others.
4 2 noun n noun
• any division of quantity accepted as a standard of measurement or exchange
Example sentence • The teacher introduced a new unit of study.
5 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of going to see some person or place or thing for a short time
verb
• go to see a place, as for entertainment
Example sentence • I'm planning a visit to my grandparents next week.
4 1 verb v noun
• Fine clay or ochre made up into balls, used for marking sheep.
9 3 noun n noun
• a person who professes beliefs and opinions that he or she does not hold in order to conceal his or her real feelings or motives
Example sentence • Don't be a hypocrite and tell me to eat healthy while you're eating junk food.
5 2 verb v Example sentence • Her elegant dress befits the occasion.
5 2 verb v noun
• the topic that a person, committee, or piece of research is expected to deal with or has authority to deal with
verb
• send (money) in payment
Example sentence • Please remit the funds to our new bank account.
8 3 verb v verb
• submit (information) again to a program or automatic system
Example sentence • Please resubmit your application with all the necessary documents.
6 2 noun n noun
• the hollow under the arm where it is joined to the shoulder
Example sentence • She raised her arms and smelled her sweaty armpits.
7 2 noun n noun
• compartment where the pilot sits while flying the aircraft
Example sentence • The pilot sat in the cockpit of the airplane.
6 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• someone unable to adapt to their circumstances
Example sentence • She always felt like a misfit in her family.
7 2 adjective adj Example sentence • The moonlit waves crashed against the shore.
4 2 noun n noun
• a notice of someone's death; usually includes a short biography
Example sentence • The obit in the newspaper summarized the life of a famous actor.
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