5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• (used in the plural) a percussion instrument consisting of a pair of hollow pieces of wood or bone (usually held between the thumb and fingers) that are made to click together (as by Spanish dancers) in rhythm with the dance
Example sentence • She fell and broke her arm bones .
5 1 noun n noun
• United States labor leader (born in Ireland) who helped to found the Industrial Workers of the World (1830-1930)
6 1 noun n noun
• a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
adjective satellite
• of any of various dull tannish or grey colors
verb
• kill by throwing stones at
Example sentence • She collected colorful stones from the beach.
8 3 noun n noun
• a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance
Example sentence • The audience was captivated by the singer's performance.
10 3 noun n noun
• the quality of being unlike or dissimilar
Example sentence • There is a noticeable difference in color between the two paintings.
8 2 noun n noun
• the property created by the space between two objects or points
Example sentence • The distance between the two cities is 200 kilometers.
9 3 noun n noun
• promise of reimbursement in the case of loss; paid to people or companies so concerned about hazards that they have made prepayments to an insurance company
Example sentence • I need to renew my car insurance .
7 2 noun n noun
• a particular branch of scientific knowledge
Example sentence • She studied political science in college.
7 2 noun n noun
• the state of being silent (as when no one is speaking)
verb
• cause to be quiet or not talk
Example sentence • The room fell into silence after the professor finished speaking.
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.
9 3 noun n Example sentence • Stop being such a lazybones and get to work!
7 3 noun, adjective n, adj Example sentence • He showed his cojones by standing up to the bully.
10 2 noun n noun
• electro-acoustic transducer for converting electric signals into sounds; it is held over or inserted into the ear
Example sentence • I always wear headphones when I go jogging.
12 3 noun n noun
• personal knowledge or information about someone or something
Example sentence • I met him once at a party, but we are just acquaintances.
8 3 noun n noun
• the state of being allied or confederated
Example sentence • The countries formed an alliance to combat climate change.
9 3 noun n noun
• an amount allowed or granted (as during a given period)
verb
• put on a fixed allowance, as of food
Example sentence • My parents give me a weekly allowance for doing household chores.
9 3 noun n noun
• a vehicle that takes people to and from hospitals
Example sentence • The ambulance arrived at the scene of the accident quickly.
10 3 noun n noun
• outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
Example sentence • Her appearance at the party surprised everyone.
9 3 noun n noun
• overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors
Example sentence • His arrogance was evident in how he spoke down to others.
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.
7 2 verb v noun
• (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Libra
verb
• bring into balance or equilibrium
Example sentence • I need to balance my checkbook at the end of each month.
8 2 noun n noun
• a closed carriage with four wheels and seats for four passengers
9 2 noun n noun
• the distance by which one thing clears another; the space between them
Example sentence • You need security clearance to access this area.
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.
10 2 noun n noun
• motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions
Example sentence • She couldn't live with herself if she didn't listen to her conscience .
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
• something that provides access (to get in or get out)
verb
• attract; cause to be enamored
Example sentence • The entrance to the park was adorned with colorful flowers.
7 2 noun n noun
• the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience
Example sentence • The essence of the poem lies in its beautiful imagery.
9 3 noun n noun
• the state or fact of existing
Example sentence • The existence of aliens has been a topic of debate for centuries.
9 2 noun n noun
• a distinctive odor that is pleasant
Example sentence • I love the fragrance of roses in the garden.
9 3 noun n noun
• the lack of knowledge or education
Example sentence • His ignorance of the law led to his arrest.
10 3 noun n noun
• the quality of being important and worthy of note
Example sentence • Education is of utmost importance for the development of a nation.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc
verb
• have and exert influence or effect
Example sentence • His parents had a big influence on his decision to become a doctor.
9 3 noun n noun
• the quality of innocent naivete
Example sentence • The child's innocence was evident in the way he saw the world.
8 2 noun n noun
• an occurrence of something
verb
• clarify by giving an example of
Example sentence • In this instance , the customer is always right.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• excessive freedom; lack of due restraint
Example sentence • You need a valid driving licence in order to operate a vehicle.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a legal document giving official permission to do something
Example sentence • She passed her driving test and got her driver's license .
11 3 noun n noun
• activity involved in maintaining something in good working order
Example sentence • Regular maintenance is necessary to keep your car in good condition.
8 2 noun n noun
• (law) a broad legal concept including anything that disturbs the reasonable use of your property or endangers life and health or is offensive
Example sentence • The loud music from the neighbor's party was a real nuisance .
8 2 noun n noun
• good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence
Example sentence • I need to have patience while waiting for the results.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the state of being present; current existence
Example sentence • His presence at the meeting was greatly appreciated.
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.
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.
9 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the real physical matter of which a person or thing consists
Example sentence • The substance of his argument was that the plan would not work.
12 3 noun n noun
• close observation of a person or group (usually by the police)
Example sentence • The police installed surveillance cameras on every street corner.
8 3 noun n noun
• an act of aggression (as one against a person who resists)
Example sentence • Children who witness domestic violence are more likely to become violent themselves.
13 4 noun n noun
• the act of leaving secretly or without explanation
Example sentence • The disappearance of the plane remains a mystery.
11 4 noun n noun
• hereditary succession to a title or an office or property
Example sentence • She received a large inheritance from her late aunt.
10 2 noun n noun
• two crossed bones (or a representation of two crossed bones) used as a symbol danger or death
Example sentence • The skull and crossbones is a popular symbol of danger.
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