10 4 noun n noun
• infectious disease characterized by inflammation of the meninges (the tissues that surround the brain or spinal cord) usually caused by a bacterial infection; symptoms include headache and stiff neck and fever and nausea
Example sentence • Johnny was hospitalized with meningitis and had to receive immediate treatment.
10 3 noun n noun
• inflammation of the membranes lining the bronchial tubes
Example sentence • My sister has been suffering from bronchitis for the past week.
10 4 noun n noun
• inflammation of the mucous membrane of the larynx; characterized by hoarseness or loss of voice and coughing
Example sentence • I couldn't speak for a week because of laryngitis .
10 4 noun n noun
• inflammation of the gums
Example sentence • If left untreated, gingivitis can progress to periodontitis.
9 3 noun n noun
• inflammation of a joint or joints
Example sentence • My grandmother suffers from arthritis and finds it difficult to move her joints.
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree
Example sentence • She showed tremendous strength in overcoming her fears.
14 5 noun n noun
• inflammation of the conjunctiva of the eye
Example sentence • She was diagnosed with conjunctivitis and was prescribed eye drops.
15 6 noun n noun
• inflammation of the stomach and intestines; can be caused by Salmonella enteritidis
Example sentence • My brother caught gastroenteritis and had to stay home from work for a week.
13 7 noun n noun
• an inflammation of bone and bone marrow (usually caused by bacterial infection)
Example sentence • He was diagnosed with chronic osteomyelitis .
11 4 noun n noun
• inflammation of the lungs; caused by a virus or an allergic reaction
Example sentence • The patient was diagnosed with hypersensitivity pneumonitis .
9 4 noun n noun
• inflammation of the retina
Example sentence • Retinitis pigmentosa is a form of retinitis that causes a gradual loss of vision.
10 3 noun n noun
• the formation or presence of a thrombus (a clot of coagulated blood attached at the site of its formation) in a blood vessel
Example sentence • My grandfather had surgery to remove a blood clot caused by thrombosis .
12 5 noun n noun
• inflammation of the brain usually caused by a virus; symptoms include headache and neck pain and drowsiness and nausea and fever (`phrenitis' is no longer in scientific use)
Example sentence • Symptoms of encephalitis may include fever, headache, and confusion.
9 3 noun n noun
• inflammation of the lining of the stomach; nausea and loss of appetite and discomfort after eating
Example sentence • She was diagnosed with gastritis and was put on a special diet.
11 4 noun n noun
• inflammation of the mastoid
Example sentence • He was diagnosed with mastoiditis and prescribed antibiotics.
14 6 noun n noun
• chronic breakdown of cartilage in the joints; the most common form of arthritis occurring usually after middle age
Example sentence • Excessive weight can be a risk factor for developing osteoarthritis .
10 3 adjective adj adjective
• Having no windows, especially no external windows
Example sentence • The basement room was small and windowless .
10 4 noun n noun
• massive powerful herbivorous odd-toed ungulate of southeast Asia and Africa having very thick skin and one or two horns on the snout
Example sentence • The rhinoceros was grazing peacefully in the grassland.
9 4 noun n noun
• inflammation of the liver caused by a virus or a toxin
Example sentence • He contracted hepatitis from contaminated food.
8 4 noun n noun
• inflammation of a gland or lymph node
Example sentence • She was diagnosed with cervical adenitis , an inflammation of the lymph nodes in the neck.
12 5 noun n noun
• inflammation of many or all of the peripheral nerves (as in leprosy)
Example sentence • The patient was diagnosed with acute polyneuritis .
13 6 noun n noun
• inflammation of a tendon and its enveloping sheath
Example sentence • The most common symptom of tenosynovitis is pain and tenderness along the affected tendon.
14 6 noun n noun
• inflammation of the vulva and the vagina
Example sentence • She was diagnosed with vulvovaginitis and prescribed medication.
13 5 noun, adjective n, adj
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Example sentence • The antiarthritis diet emphasizes foods that reduce inflammation.
8 2 noun n noun
• jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women)
Example sentence • She wore a beautiful necklace with her evening gown.
11 5 adjective adj adjective satellite
• marked by strong resentment or cynicism
Example sentence • The divorced couple had an acrimonious argument over the custody of their children.
10 3 noun n noun
• the property of being remote
Example sentence • The remoteness of the village made it difficult to access basic services.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• (of the voice) quivering as from weakness or fear
Example sentence • Her voice was tremulous as she delivered the speech.
13 6 adjective adj adjective satellite
• without ceremony or formality
Example sentence • He received an unceremonious dismissal from his job.
9 3 noun n noun
• a prediction about how something (as the weather) will develop
Example sentence • The doctor gave me a positive prognosis for my recovery.
9 3 noun n noun
• the process of producing a chemical compound (usually by the union of simpler chemical compounds)
Example sentence • The synthesis of two chemicals can produce a new compound.
13 3 noun n Example sentence • She couldn't watch the horror movie because of her squeamishness towards blood.
7 4 noun n noun
• inflammation of the ileum
Example sentence • I was diagnosed with ileitis after experiencing severe abdominal pain.
9 4 noun n noun
• Inflammation of the fascia.
Example sentence • Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition that causes heel pain.
11 4 noun n noun
• a white waxy substance from oil of the sperm whale
Example sentence • We use spermacetis as an ingredient in the production of candles.
9 3 noun n noun
• a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms
Example sentence • The armistice was signed, ending the war.
8 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• being or having an unknown or unnamed source
Example sentence • The nameless creature emerged from the shadows.
8 3 noun n noun
• the remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up
Example sentence • After the storm, the beach was covered in detritus from the destroyed houses.
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.
7 2 noun n noun
• the quality of being just or fair
Example sentence • The judge delivered a verdict in the name of justice .
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• easily diffused or spread as from one person to another
Example sentence • His laughter was contagious , and soon the whole room was in stitches.
9 3 verb v verb
• cause to be embarrassed; cause to feel self-conscious
Example sentence • I always embarrass my younger brother by telling embarrassing stories about him in front of his friends.
10 3 noun n noun
• the state of being alone in solitary isolation
Example sentence • She often experienced loneliness after moving to a new city.
11 3 adjective adj adjective
• having no meaning or direction or purpose
adjective satellite
• producing no result or effect
Example sentence • He felt a deep sense of emptiness owning all those meaningless possessions.
8 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• amounting to a large indefinite number
Example sentence • There are numerous birds in the park.
5 2 noun n noun
• The position, especially the usual, normal position, of a body part or part of a plant.
Example sentence • The situs of the company's headquarters is in New York City.
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.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• work done by one person or group that benefits another
verb
• be used by; as of a utility
Example sentence • The customer service at this hotel is top-notch.
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.
9 3 adjective adj adjective
• having a strong desire for success or achievement
adjective satellite
• requiring full use of your abilities or resources
Example sentence • She has always been an ambitious student, constantly striving for excellence.
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