11 4 verb
v
Example sentence • The strong wind overbalanced the cyclist, causing him to fall off his bike.
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.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• a distinctive odor that is pleasant
Example sentence • I love the fragrance of roses in the garden.
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 .
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.
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.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• a refined quality of gracefulness and good taste
Example sentence • Her dress was a perfect combination of simplicity and elegance .
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 .
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the relation of something to the matter at hand
Example sentence • The relevance of this research to the field of medicine is undeniable.
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.
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.
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.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• a lack of balance or state of disequilibrium
Example sentence • There is an imbalance of power between the two political parties.
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.
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.
10 2 noun
n
noun
• 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.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a particular branch of scientific knowledge
Example sentence • She studied political science in college.
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.
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.
13 4 noun
n
noun
• an account balance in which credits exceed debits, and the bank owes money to the customer.
Example sentence • I have a credit balance of $100 in my bank account.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• an account balance in which debits exceed credits, and the customer owes the bank money.
Example sentence • The company has a debit balance of $10,000 in their checking account.
13 4 noun
n
noun
• the act of leaving secretly or without explanation
Example sentence • The disappearance of the plane remains a mystery.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
• the amount of electromagnetic radiation leaving or arriving at a point on a surface
Example sentence • The sun's radiance reflects off the water.
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.
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 2 noun
n
noun
• a resentment strong enough to justify retaliation
Example sentence • He filed a grievance against his employer for unfair treatment.
8 2 noun
n
Example sentence • The military base stored a large amount of ordnance .
9 3 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a lack of balance or state of disequilibrium
verb
• throw out of balance or equilibrium
Example sentence • The unbalance of power between the two nations led to heightened tensions.
9 3 verb
v
Example sentence • After selling some stocks, I need to rebalance my investment portfolio.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• a closed carriage with four wheels and seats for four passengers
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 .
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.
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 .
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.
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
• 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.
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