11 3 noun
n
noun
• the process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating)
Example sentence • The new tax on sugary drinks aims to reduce the consumption of unhealthy beverages.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• (theology) the act of delivering from sin or saving from evil
Example sentence • The protagonist seeks redemption for his past mistakes.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• United States classical archaeologist (born in Canada) noted for leading the excavation of the Athenian agora (1906-2000)
8 2 noun
n
noun
• sound practical judgment
Example sentence • She had the gumption to speak up and express her opinion at the meeting.
10 3 noun
n
Example sentence • The resumption of classes caused excitement among the students.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn
Example sentence • I made the assumption that he was guilty based on the evidence.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• immunity from an obligation or duty
Example sentence • Students with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher are eligible for exemption from the final exam.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• an assumption that is taken for granted
Example sentence • It is unfair to make a presumption about someone's intentions without evidence.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the judicial principle asserting the supremacy of federal over state legislation on the same subject
Example sentence • The company's preemption of the market through aggressive marketing strategies allowed them to gain a significant market share.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• United States illustrator remembered for his creation of the `Gibson girl' (1867-1944)
9 3 noun
n
noun
• a deliberate act of omission
Example sentence • He is the exception to the rule.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the manner in which something is greeted
Example sentence • The hotel reception is open 24 hours a day.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• a disorderly outburst or tumult
Example sentence • There was a loud commotion coming from the next room.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct
Example sentence • I received a confirmation email for my flight reservation.
7 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work
Example sentence • The astronauts were on a dangerous mission to explore the uncharted territory of outer space.
5 2 noun
n
noun
• a craftsman who works with stone or brick
Example sentence • The mason carefully laid each brick to build the wall.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• projectiles to be fired from a gun
Example sentence • The soldiers were running low on ammunition .
13 5 noun
n
noun
• an attack intended to ruin someone's reputation
Example sentence • The assassination of JFK shocked the entire nation.
10 3 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
Example sentence • Her conception of happiness was to live a simple life in the countryside.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity
Example sentence • The heavy rainstorm caused a disruption in the city's transportation system.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• the sudden occurrence of a violent discharge of steam and volcanic material
Example sentence • The volcano's eruption was a spectacular sight.
8 3 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• someone who has won first place in a competition
adjective satellite
• holding first place in a contest
verb
• protect or fight for as a champion
Example sentence • He trained hard to become the champion of his weight class.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• the right to buy or sell property at an agreed price; the right is purchased and if it is not exercised by a stated date the money is forfeited
Example sentence • I have the option to order my food online.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• approval to do something
Example sentence • I need permission to access this file.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• a message received and understood
Example sentence • I need more information before I can make a decision.
6 3 noun
n
Example sentence • The choir sang in perfect unison .
6 2 verb
v
Example sentence • Please listen carefully to my instructions.
8 3 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception
Example sentence • The adoption of a child can bring great joy to a family.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• a statement that represents something in words
Example sentence • The book provides a detailed description of the protagonist's journey.
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