6 1 adjective adj adjective
• (quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with `a') at least some
noun
• a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)
adjective satellite
• lacking substance or significance
verb
• pay no attention to, disrespect
Example sentence • She gave a slight nod of approval.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war
verb
• be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
Example sentence • The two fighters stepped into the ring and began the fight .
5 1 verb v noun
• an instance of visual perception
verb
• catch sight of; to perceive with the eyes
Example sentence • I sighted a rare bird in the forest.
8 3 adjective adj Example sentence • It's impolite to interrupt someone while they're speaking.
4 1 verb v noun
• a wound resulting from biting by an animal or a person
verb
• to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws
Example sentence • He warned his little sister not to bite her nails.
4 1 verb, adverb, noun v, adv, n noun
• the piece of land on which something is located (or is to be located)
Example sentence • The construction crew will site the new building near the park.
5 1 adjective adj adjective
• being of the achromatic color of maximum lightness; having little or no hue owing to reflection of almost all incident light
noun
• the quality or state of the achromatic color of greatest lightness (bearing the least resemblance to black)
adjective satellite
• free from moral blemish or impurity; unsullied
Example sentence • She wore a white dress to the party.
5 1 verb v verb
• produce a literary work
Example sentence • Please write your name on the top of the page.
6 1 noun n noun
• the vertical dimension of extension; distance from the base of something to the top
Example sentence • The height of the mountain was breathtaking.
8 3 noun n noun
• a stony meteorite consisting of silicate minerals
Example sentence • The museum had a fascinating exhibit on aerolites.
9 3 noun n noun
• a deposit of clay and disintegrating rock that is found in its original place
Example sentence • The saprolite layer is composed of weathered rock material.
10 3 noun n
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Example sentence • The museum had an impressive display of siderolite meteorites.
10 3 noun n noun
• a brown or yellow-green olivine found in igneous and metamorphic rocks and used as a gemstone
Example sentence • I love the delicate green color of chrysolite gemstones.
8 2 noun n noun
• a site where people on holiday can pitch a tent
Example sentence • We found a perfect campsite by the lake.
6 2 adjective adj adjective
• bounded or limited in magnitude or spatial or temporal extent
Example sentence • There is a finite number of planets in our solar system.
6 2 verb v verb
• cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat
Example sentence • He used a lighter to ignite the candle.
4 1 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a slight but appreciable amount
Example sentence • She felt a mite of anxiety before the big exam.
4 1 noun n noun
• an established ceremony prescribed by a religion
Example sentence • The wedding ceremony included a traditional religious rite .
5 1 verb v verb
• inflict a heavy blow on, with the hand, a tool, or a weapon
Example sentence • The hero smites his enemies with his sword.
6 1 noun n noun
• a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers
Example sentence • I ordered a sprite at the restaurant.
5 1 adjective adj adjective satellite
• repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
Example sentence • Her speech was filled with trite cliches.
11 4 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• A fibrous, blue-green mineral that is an asbestos-like variety of riebeckite.
Example sentence • Exposure to crocidolite can lead to serious health issues, including lung cancer and mesothelioma.
8 2 noun n
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Example sentence • The deposits of kryolite were found in Greenland.
9 3 noun n
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9 3 noun n noun
• An irregular surface between strata consisting of toothlike projections; most common in limestone and dolomite.
Example sentence • The geologist studied the stylolite found in the limestone rock formation.
5 1 adverb, adjective adv, adj adverb
• to a degree (not used with a negative)
Example sentence • She was quite surprised when she won the lottery.
10 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a hard natural coal that burns slowly and gives intense heat
Example sentence • The anthracite coal mines in this region have been inactive for decades.
8 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the principal form of iron ore; consists of ferric oxide in crystalline form; occurs in a red earthy form
Example sentence • The hematite found in Mars' soil gives the planet its reddish color.
9 3 noun n noun
• a green or blue mineral used as an ore of copper and for making ornamental objects
Example sentence • She wore a beautiful malachite pendant around her neck.
8 3 verb v verb
• ignite anew, as of something burning
Example sentence • After weeks of rain, the sun finally managed to reignite our hope for a dry weekend.
8 3 noun n noun
• An extinct genus of treelike horsetails, Calamites.
10 4 noun n noun
• Any substance produced during catabolism
Example sentence • The production of catabolites can vary depending on the organism.
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• Having the appearance of a tuft of hair.
Example sentence • The lion's majestic crinite mane flowed in the wind.
7 2 noun n noun
• Any salt of sulfurous acid.
Example sentence • Wine can contain sulfites, which may cause allergic reactions in some people.
11 4 adjective adj
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Example sentence • Her superpolite manners made everyone feel comfortable in her presence.
7 3 noun, adjective n, adj Example sentence • The syenite samples collected from the quarry were analyzed for their mineral composition.
8 3 noun n noun
• Someone who lives in a city or similar urban area.
Example sentence • She was born and raised in the city and has always been an urbanite .
4 1 noun n
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Example sentence • I need to wite a letter to my pen pal.
10 4 verb v verb
• To excite to an excessive degree
Example sentence • I try not to overexcite my dog before bedtime.
7 2 noun n noun
• clear or deep perception of a situation
Example sentence • Her insight into the issue was impressive.
7 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective
• upright in position or posture
noun
• a vertical structural member as a post or stake
adjective satellite
• in a vertical position; not sloping
Example sentence • He stood upright and tall on the stage.
9 3 noun n noun
• a black mineral that is an ore of niobium and tantalum
Example sentence • The main ore of niobium and tantalum is columbite .
9 3 noun n noun
• the principal form of iron ore; consists of ferric oxide in crystalline form; occurs in a red earthy form
Example sentence • The haematite deposits in this region are known for their high iron content.
9 3 noun n noun
• a form of igneous rock consisting of extremely coarse granite resulting from the crystallization of magma rich in rare elements
Example sentence • The pegmatite in this region contains rare gemstones.
10 3 noun n noun
• a brown form of mica consisting of hydrous silicate of potassium and magnesium and aluminum
Example sentence • The phlogopite in this rock is responsible for its shiny appearance.
6 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• grey or green or brown mineral similar to mica and containing aluminum and potassium sulphates
10 3 noun n noun
• a brownish iron sulfide mineral (FeS) having weak magnetic properties
Example sentence • The presence of pyrrhotite can significantly impact the quality of concrete.
8 3 noun n
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Example sentence • The beautiful crystals of analcite are commonly used as gemstones.
9 3 noun n
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Example sentence • The gem collector was thrilled to add a large anglesite specimen to their collection.
8 3 noun n
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Example sentence • The presence of arsenite in the water supply was a serious health concern.
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