8 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a state of readiness to respond
Example sentence • The alerting sound woke me up from a deep sleep.
9 3 verb v adjective
• relating to the use of or having the nature of a declaration
Example sentence • She was asserting her authority and demanding to be listened to.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest
Example sentence • She caught him flirting with another girl at the party.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining
Example sentence • The movie was a diverting comedy that kept the audience laughing.
9 3 verb v noun
• a failure to maintain a higher state
adjective satellite
• tending to return to an earlier state
Example sentence • She tried to control her temper, but eventually ended up reverting to her usual behavior.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a symptom of some physical hurt or disorder
Example sentence • His hurting knee made it difficult for him to walk.
8 3 verb v Example sentence • She was exerting all her strength to lift the heavy box.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior
verb
• corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality
Example sentence • His perverting influence corrupted the entire organization.
10 3 verb v verb
• cause the downfall of; of rulers
Example sentence • She was accused of subverting the investigation by tampering with the evidence.
13 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• causing an emotional disturbance
Example sentence • The disconcerting news left everyone in shock.
7 2 verb, adverb, noun, adjective v, adv, n, adj noun
• the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
adjective satellite
• being and remaining ready and available for use
Example sentence • I hate waiting in line at the grocery store.
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a mine or quarry that is being or has been worked
adjective satellite
• actively engaged in paid work
Example sentence • I need to finish my working before I can take a break.
9 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj adjective satellite
• so extremely intense as to evoke screams
Example sentence • The screaming baby finally fell asleep.
7 2 verb, adverb, noun, adjective v, adv, n, adj noun
• the act of traveling by foot
adjective satellite
• close enough to be walked to
Example sentence • He twisted his ankle while walking .
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of observing; taking a patient look
Example sentence • I enjoy watching movies on weekends.
7 2 verb v noun
• (geology) the mechanical process of wearing or grinding something down (as by particles washing over it), also figuratively
Example sentence • She is wearing a beautiful dress for the party.
7 2 noun n noun
• the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed
Example sentence • The wedding ceremony will take place in a beautiful garden.
7 2 adjective adj adjective
• disposed or inclined toward
noun
• the act of making a choice
adjective satellite
• not brought about by coercion or force
Example sentence • He is always willing to help others.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of creating written works
Example sentence • His writing is very neat and organized.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of breaking something
Example sentence • The breaking news spread like wildfire.
9 2 verb, noun v, n adjective
• passing or able to pass air in and out of the lungs normally; sometimes used in combination
noun
• the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation
Example sentence • Deep breathing can help reduce stress and anxiety.
8 2 verb v noun
• the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail)
Example sentence • She is bringing her dog to the park.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• hitting a golf ball off of a tee with a driver
adjective satellite
• having the power of driving or impelling
Example sentence • I need to practice my driving before taking the test.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message
Example sentence • I enjoy reading novels in my free time.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the sound of a bell ringing
Example sentence • I could hear the ringing of the telephone from the other room.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective
• (of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream
noun
• (American football) a play in which a player attempts to carry the ball through or past the opposing team
adjective satellite
• continually repeated over a period of time
Example sentence • She wore running shoes to the gym.
8 2 verb, noun v, n adjective satellite
• being all around the edges; enclosing
Example sentence • She wore a white skirting with her blouse for the party.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• propelled violently in a usually narrow stream
Example sentence • The spurting water fountain created a mesmerizing sight.
8 2 noun n noun
• activity leading to skilled behavior
Example sentence • She completed her training and became a certified nurse.
8 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of preventing something from occurring
Example sentence • She tried averting the topic to avoid an argument.
7 2 verb v noun
• the act of acquiring something
Example sentence • I am getting ready for work.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the process of the sweat glands of the skin secreting a salty fluid
Example sentence • After my workout, I was covered in sweating .
8 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj noun
• the act of harassing someone
adjective satellite
• causing distress or worry or anxiety
Example sentence • He has a worrying habit of never finishing what he starts.
8 2 verb v Example sentence • He couldn't help blurting out the answer before anyone else had a chance to respond.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a person who has been converted to another religious or political belief
verb
• change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy
Example sentence • The converting of the file into a different format was successful.
5 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the state or fact of existing
Example sentence • He's a great being who always helps others.
6 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of drawing spatially closer to something
adjective satellite
• of the relatively near future
Example sentence • The coming storm is going to be intense.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • The crashing waves at the beach were mesmerizing.
8 2 verb v noun
• a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body
Example sentence • The baby is crawling on the floor.
8 2 adjective adj Example sentence • The creaking door woke me up in the middle of the night.
8 2 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The pedestrian waited at the zebra crossing for the cars to pass.
5 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj Example sentence • The going rate for a haircut at this salon is $50.
8 2 noun n noun
• (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)
Example sentence • He gave me a warm greeting as I walked into the room.
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually; look
adjective satellite
• appearing to be as specified; usually used as combining forms
Example sentence • I am looking for my car keys.
7 2 noun n noun
• the time period between dawn and noon
Example sentence • I woke up early in the morning to go for a run.
7 2 noun n noun
• a quantity of no importance; thing (object:), singular, negative pronoun; pronoun, thing, singular; quantifier: negative existential
adverb
• in no respect; to no degree
Example sentence • I have nothing to do today.
7 2 adjective adj noun
• (biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action
Example sentence • The rotting smell in the garbage can was unbearable.
10 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a harsh noise made by scraping
Example sentence • I heard a scratching sound coming from the attic.
10 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj noun
• a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry
Example sentence • I heard a screeching noise coming from the car accident.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• having or making a high-pitched sound such as that made by a mouse or a rusty hinge
Example sentence • The squeaking hinge needs some oil.
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