9 3 noun n Example sentence • He used deception to win the game.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• an event that is a beginning; a first part or stage of subsequent events
Example sentence • The inception of the company was marked by a series of small investments.
12 4 noun n noun
• the act of intercepting; preventing something from proceeding or arriving
Example sentence • The quarterback threw an interception on the first play of the game.
13 4 noun n noun
• birth control by the use of devices (diaphragm or intrauterine device or condom) or drugs or surgery
Example sentence • Many young people are not fully educated about contraception .
13 4 noun n noun
• an incorrect conception
Example sentence • There is a common misconception that all snakes are venomous.
10 3 noun n noun
• the representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept
Example sentence • His perception of the painting was that it was a masterpiece.
9 3 noun n noun
• the manner in which something is greeted
Example sentence • The hotel reception is open 24 hours a day.
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.
13 4 noun n noun
• an opinion formed beforehand without adequate evidence
Example sentence • Many people have the preconception that all spiders are dangerous.
13 4 noun n noun
• An incorrect perception.
9 3 noun n noun
• a deliberate act of omission
Example sentence • He is the exception to the rule.
13 3 noun n noun
• a misconception that is favorable to the person who holds it
Example sentence • Her constant self-deception prevented her from seeing the reality of her situation.
10 3 noun n noun
• lack of integrity or honesty (especially susceptibility to bribery); use of a position of trust for dishonest gain
Example sentence • The investigation uncovered widespread corruption among high-ranking officials.
18 7 noun n noun
• the perception of sound as a meaningful phenomenon
Example sentence • Audiologists study auditory perception and hearing disorders.
16 6 noun n noun
• kindness in welcoming guests or strangers
Example sentence • The ambassador received a cordial reception upon arriving in the host country.
19 7 noun
• the deliberate use of electromagnetic energy in a manner intended to convey misleading information
Example sentence • The hacker used electronic deception to trick the user into revealing their password.
17 6 noun n noun
• the auditory perception of musical sounds
Example sentence • Her musical perception is outstanding; she can easily identify different musical instruments by ear.
19 7 noun n noun
• the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form
Example sentence • Some people have a heightened olfactory perception and can detect subtle scents easily.
15 4 noun n noun
• the perception of sound as a meaningful phenomenon
Example sentence • Many animals have more acute sound perception than humans.
16 4 noun n noun
• the auditory perception (and comprehension) of speech
Example sentence • Researchers study speech perception to understand how listeners interpret and recognize spoken words.
16 5 noun n noun
• a reception for wedding guests held after the wedding
Example sentence • The wedding reception was held at a beautiful garden venue.
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.
12 3 noun n adjective
• available only with a doctor's written prescription
noun
• directions prescribed beforehand; the action of prescribing authoritative rules or directions
Example sentence • She went to the pharmacy to pick up her prescription .
7 2 noun n noun
• a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose
Example sentence • I need to go to the train station to get my ticket.
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.
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.
9 4 noun n noun
• the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time
Example sentence • The current situation is very complicated.
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.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical)
Example sentence • I want to sit in the front section of the theater.
10 3 noun n noun
• an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic
Example sentence • The students had a lively discussion about the book in English class.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the activity of converting data or information into code
Example sentence • Data encryption ensures that sensitive information remains secure during transmission.
12 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a payment for consecutive issues of a newspaper or magazine for a given period of time
Example sentence • I canceled my gym subscription last month.
9 3 noun n noun
• an impression that something might be the case
Example sentence • He was arrested on suspicion of theft.
13 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• something written, especially copied from one medium to another, as a typewritten version of dictation
Example sentence • The doctor dictated his notes and the nurse completed the transcription .
12 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of sending a message; causing a message to be transmitted
Example sentence • The transmission of information through radio waves is a common form of communication.
10 3 noun n noun
• (chemistry) a process in which one substance permeates another; a fluid permeates or is dissolved by a liquid or solid
Example sentence • The absorption of water by the plant roots is crucial for its growth.
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.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• taking exception; especially a quibble based on a captious argument
verb
• provide with a caption, as of a photograph or a drawing
Example sentence • Please write a caption for this photo.
10 3 noun n noun
• a display of bad temper
Example sentence • She had a conniption when she saw the mess in the kitchen.
11 3 noun n noun
• a device or control that is very useful for a particular job
Example sentence • He showed me a strange contraption he had invented.
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.
12 4 noun n noun
• an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity
Example sentence • I apologize for the interruption during the meeting.
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.
11 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language
Example sentence • I need a translation of this document.
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