10 3 noun n noun
• the trait of abstaining (especially from alcohol)
Example sentence • She practiced abstinence from alcohol for the duration of her pregnancy.
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• minimal (or marginal) resources for subsisting
Example sentence • Fishing was their main source of subsistence .
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• a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions)
Example sentence • He was offered a generous severance package when he was laid off from his job.
10 3 noun n Example sentence • I have a preference for tea over coffee.
10 3 noun n noun
• the physical property of a material that can return to its original shape or position after deformation that does not exceed its elastic limit
Example sentence • Her resilience helped her overcome the challenges she faced.
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• the power to foresee the future
Example sentence • His prescience allowed him to predict the outcome of the election.
8 3 noun n noun
• a state or condition markedly different from the norm
Example sentence • Criminal deviance is often associated with high-risk behaviors.
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• the cheerful feeling you have when nothing is troubling you
Example sentence • His insouciance about the important deadline cost him his job.
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• a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance
Example sentence • The audience was captivated by the singer's performance.
10 4 noun n noun
• the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities
verb
• undergo or live through a difficult experience
Example sentence • She has years of experience in the field of marketing.
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• the act of obeying; dutiful or submissive behavior with respect to another person
Example sentence • The dog's obedience to its owner's commands was impressive.
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• a light within the field of vision that is brighter than the brightness to which the eyes are adapted
Example sentence • Her brilliance as a scientist earned her a Nobel Prize.
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• intentionally contemptuous behavior or attitude
Example sentence • She glared at her parents in defiance .
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• the quality of being unlike or dissimilar
Example sentence • There is a noticeable difference in color between the two paintings.
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• the property of a continuous and connected period of time
Example sentence • She succeeded in her career through persistence and hard work.
9 3 noun n noun
• a feeling of profound respect for someone or something
verb
• regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of
Example sentence • He bowed his head in reverence before the altar.
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• the size of something as given by the distance around it
Example sentence • The circumference of a circle is equal to its diameter multiplied by pi.
9 3 noun n noun
• the state of being degenerate in mental or moral qualities
Example sentence • The decline of the Roman Empire was marked by political corruption and moral decadence .
10 3 noun n noun
• the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
Example sentence • She asked for assistance with her math homework.
11 3 noun n noun
• a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
Example sentence • Lying to your parents can have serious consequences.
8 2 noun n noun
• a string of words satisfying the grammatical rules of a language
verb
• pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law
Example sentence • I need to write a strong closing sentence for my essay.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• serial arrangement in which things follow in logical order or a recurrent pattern
Example sentence • The sequence of events in the story was unpredictable.
10 3 noun n noun
• a prearranged meeting for consultation or exchange of information or discussion (especially one with a formal agenda)
Example sentence • I will be attending a conference on AI next week.
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• the state or fact of existing
Example sentence • The existence of aliens has been a topic of debate for centuries.
10 3 noun n noun
• the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with
Example sentence • The electrical resistance of this circuit is too high.
9 3 noun n noun
• a remark that calls attention to something or someone
Example sentence • I need to check my references before submitting the report.
8 3 noun n noun
• a particular environment or surrounding influence
Example sentence • The dim lighting and soft music created a cozy ambience in the restaurant.
11 4 noun n noun
• existing peacefully together
Example sentence • The coexistence of different cultures enriches our society.
9 3 noun n noun
• a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard
Example sentence • She showed deference to her elders by always speaking politely to them.
10 3 noun n noun
• the act of moving away in different direction from a common point
Example sentence • The divergence between their opinions caused a heated debate.
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• a conference of people who are in different locations that is made possible by the use of such telecommunications equipment as closed-circuit television
Example sentence • We had a teleconference with our overseas partners to discuss the project.
10 3 noun n noun
• the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true
Example sentence • His acceptance into Harvard University was a dream come true.
11 4 noun n noun
• recovery or preservation from loss or danger
Example sentence • The town celebrated their deliverance from the storm with a community picnic.
11 3 noun n noun
• activity that is a malfunction, intrusion, or interruption
Example sentence • The loud noise from the construction site caused a disturbance in the neighborhood.
10 3 noun n noun
• continual and persistent demands
Example sentence • He finally gave in to her insistence and agreed to go to the party.
10 3 noun n noun
• a source of materials to nourish the body
Example sentence • A varied diet is important for obtaining the necessary sustenance .
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• a serious (sometimes fatal) infection of rodents caused by Yersinia pestis and accidentally transmitted to humans by the bite of a flea that has bitten an infected animal
Example sentence • The town was devastated by a deadly pestilence that spread rapidly.
12 5 noun n Example sentence • Her disobedience towards her parents led to severe consequences.
11 4 noun n noun
• the time period between the beginning of puberty and adulthood
Example sentence • During adolescence , teenagers often experience a heightened sense of self-awareness.
8 3 noun n noun
• a particular environment or surrounding influence
Example sentence • The ambiance of the restaurant was cozy and inviting.
9 3 noun n noun
• superior development of one side of the body
Example sentence • The lion's dominance was evident as it roared loudly and scared off all the other animals.
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• unbiased impartial unconcern
Example sentence • Her indifference towards his feelings hurt him deeply.
12 3 noun n noun
• (psychoanalysis) the process whereby emotions are passed on or displaced from one person to another; during psychoanalysis the displacement of feelings toward others (usually the parents) is onto the analyst
Example sentence • Psychologists often explore the concept of transference in therapy sessions.
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• conscientiousness in paying proper attention to a task; giving the degree of care required in a given situation
Example sentence • She completed the project with great diligence and attention to detail.
10 3 noun n noun
• any of the branches of natural science dealing with the structure and behavior of living organisms
Example sentence • Many advancements in medicine and healthcare are made possible through bioscience research.
11 3 noun n noun
• a harmonious uniformity or agreement among things or parts
Example sentence • In order to achieve success, one must have consistence in their actions.
10 4 noun n noun
• the quality of being suited to the end in view
Example sentence • He made the decision to pursue the merger for the sake of expedience .
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• an impermanence that suggests the inevitability of ending or dying
Example sentence • The beauty of cherry blossoms is often associated with their transience .
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• mixed feelings or emotions
Example sentence • He felt a deep ambivalence about the job offer.
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• an electrical phenomenon whereby an electric charge is stored
Example sentence • The capacitance of a parallel-plate capacitor depends on the area of the plates.
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