12 3 noun n noun
• separation resulting from hostility
Example sentence • The family's estrangement began after the parents' messy divorce.
11 3 noun n noun
• the thing arranged or agreed to
Example sentence • The flowers were organized in a beautiful arrangement .
12 3 noun n noun
• an act that disregards an agreement or a right
Example sentence • The company filed a lawsuit against the competitor for patent infringement .
8 3 noun n noun
• a run-down apartment house barely meeting minimal standards
Example sentence • The crowded tenement housed several families.
6 2 noun n noun
• a particular point in time
Example sentence • I need a moment to think about it.
8 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• something used to beautify
verb
• make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
Example sentence • She hung the ornament on the Christmas tree.
11 3 noun n noun
• the act of putting a person into a non-elective position
Example sentence • I have a dentist appointment tomorrow morning.
14 4 noun n noun
• a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized
Example sentence • Her failure to win the competition was a major disappointment .
11 4 noun n noun
• act of reducing or depriving of arms
Example sentence • The treaty called for the disarmament of all nuclear weapons.
10 3 noun n noun
• a sporting competition in which contestants play a series of games to decide the winner
Example sentence • The tennis tournament will be held next week.
11 3 noun n noun
• encouragement of the progress or growth or acceptance of something
Example sentence • Her advancement within the company was well-deserved.
12 3 noun n noun
• the time at which something is supposed to begin
Example sentence • The commencement of the project will be on Monday.
7 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• standing above others in quality or position
Example sentence • He is an eminent scholar in the field of physics.
11 3 noun n noun
• an improvement that makes something more agreeable
Example sentence • The company has invested in research and development for the enhancement of their products.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• having a quality that thrusts itself into attention
Example sentence • He was a prominent figure in the music industry.
13 4 noun n noun
• changing an arrangement
Example sentence • The rearrangement of the furniture completely transformed the room.
14 4 noun n noun
• freeing from false belief or illusions
Example sentence • Her disenchantment with the political system led her to withdraw from politics.
9 3 noun n noun
• the act of amending or correcting
Example sentence • The first amendment to the Constitution of the United States guarantees freedom of speech.
11 3 noun n noun
• something that is commanded
Example sentence • The first commandment states, 'Thou shalt have no other gods before me.'
11 3 noun n noun
• happiness with one's situation in life
Example sentence • She smiled with contentment as she watched the sunset.
11 3 noun n noun
• a feeling of great liking for something wonderful and unusual
Example sentence • The princess was under a spell of enchantment and slept for a hundred years.
8 3 adjective adj adjective
• free from evil or guilt
noun
• a person who lacks knowledge of evil
adjective satellite
• lacking intent or capacity to injure
Example sentence • He was declared innocent of the crime he was accused of.
8 2 noun n noun
• semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
Example sentence • She applied ointment to her sunburned skin.
10 3 noun n noun
• the act of arming again
Example sentence • The government announced a significant increase in military rearmament .
10 3 noun n noun
• a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
Example sentence • She couldn't hide her resentment towards her boss after being passed over for a promotion.
13 5 noun n noun
• an event or situation that happens at the same time as or in connection with another
Example sentence • She played the piano with a beautiful accompaniment .
8 3 noun n noun
• weaponry used by military or naval force
Example sentence • The country increased its armament to protect its borders.
11 3 noun n noun
• the act of enforcing; ensuring observance of or obedience to
Example sentence • The new law will require stricter enforcement of traffic regulations.
9 3 noun n noun
• waste matter (as urine or sweat but especially feces) discharged from the body
Example sentence • The dog's excrement was left on the sidewalk.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a change of position that does not entail a change of location
Example sentence • She was impressed by the graceful movement of the professional ballet dancers.
10 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• greatest in importance or degree or significance or achievement
Example sentence • She is regarded as the preeminent expert in her field.
13 3 noun n noun
• an authoritative declaration
Example sentence • The president's pronouncement on climate change was met with both support and criticism.
12 3 noun n noun
• an entrenched fortification; a position protected by trenches
Example sentence • Their successful entrenchment in the market has made them a dominant player.
8 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• close in time; about to occur
Example sentence • The storm clouds overhead indicated the imminent arrival of a heavy rain shower.
15 4 noun n noun
• the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged
Example sentence • She received an acknowledgement for her hard work.
13 4 noun n noun
• the shame you feel when your inadequacy or guilt is made public
Example sentence • Her face turned red with embarrassment when she realized she had mispronounced the word.
13 4 noun n noun
• an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention
Example sentence • Watching movies is a popular form of entertainment .
11 4 noun n noun
• the totality of surrounding conditions
Example sentence • It's important to protect the environment for future generations.
13 4 noun n noun
• the act of forming or establishing something
Example sentence • The new restaurant is a popular establishment in town.
10 4 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation
verb
• to conduct a test or investigation
Example sentence • The scientist conducted experiments to test the new drug.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a feeling of intense annoyance caused by being tormented
Example sentence • She filed a complaint against her coworker for sexual harassment .
11 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• placing private property in the custody of an officer of the law
Example sentence • The impoundment of the vehicles by the police led to traffic congestion.
10 3 noun n noun
• a device that requires skill for proper use
verb
• equip with instruments for measuring, recording, or controlling
Example sentence • He plays the guitar, a stringed instrument .
11 3 noun n noun
• an accusation of crime made by a grand jury on its own initiative
Example sentence • The lawyer argued that the presentment of evidence was crucial to the case.
12 3 noun n noun
• entrenchment consisting of an additional interior fortification to prolong the defense
Example sentence • The company implemented retrenchment measures to reduce costs.
8 2 noun n noun
• goods carried by a large vehicle
Example sentence • The shipment of goods arrived at the warehouse yesterday.
9 2 noun n noun
• care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury)
Example sentence • The doctor prescribed a new treatment for my illness.
12 4 noun n noun
• the state of being unemployed or not having a job
Example sentence • The government is implementing policies to reduce unemployment rates.
8 3 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• exercising influence or control
noun
• (music) the fifth note of the diatonic scale
adjective satellite
• most frequent or common
Example sentence • The alpha male is the dominant of the wolf pack.
9 3 noun n noun
• a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house
Example sentence • I am looking for a new apartment to rent.
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