Set 1: A-An for Spelling Bee Level 3

Adverb; French

/a fɔ̃/

Definition: Thoroughly or in depth.

Sample Sentence: She studied the subject /a fɔ̃/ to prepare for the exam.

à fond

Sample Sentence: She studied the subject à fond to prepare for the exam.

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Adjective; French

/ˌælə ˈɡrɛk/

Definition: In the Greek style.

Sample Sentence: The dish was prepared /ˌælə ˈɡrɛk/, featuring olives and feta cheese.

à la grecque

Sample Sentence: The dish was prepared à la grecque, featuring olives and feta cheese.

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Adverb; Latin

/æb eɪˈtɜːnəʊ/

Definition: From an infinitely remote point of time in the past.

Sample Sentence: The universe, some believe, has existed /æb eɪˈtɜːnəʊ/.

ab aeterno

Sample Sentence: The universe, some believe, has existed ab aeterno.

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Noun; Latin

/ˈæbəkjʊləs/

Definition: A small tile used in mosaics.

Sample Sentence: The ancient floor was decorated with colorful /ˈæbəkjʊləs/.

abaculus

Sample Sentence: The ancient floor was decorated with colorful abaculus.

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Noun; Latin

/ˈæbdəmən/

Definition: The part of the body of a vertebrate containing the digestive organs; the belly.

Sample Sentence: She felt a sharp pain in her /ˈæbdəmən/.

abdomen

Sample Sentence: She felt a sharp pain in her abdomen.

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Noun; Latin

/æbəˈreɪʃən/

Definition: A departure from what is normal or expected, typically unwelcome.

Sample Sentence: The sudden storm was an /æbəˈreɪʃən/ in the usually dry climate.

aberration

Sample Sentence: The sudden storm was an aberration in the usually dry climate.

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Noun; Old French

/əˈbeɪəns/

Definition: A state of temporary disuse or suspension.

Sample Sentence: The plan was held in /əˈbeɪəns/ until further notice.

abeyance

Sample Sentence: The plan was held in abeyance until further notice.

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Noun; Latin

/æbəˈmeɪsəm/

Definition: The fourth stomach of a ruminant, such as a cow.

Sample Sentence: The veterinarian explained the function of the /æbəˈmeɪsəm/ in the digestive process.

abomasum

Sample Sentence: The veterinarian explained the function of the abomasum in the digestive process.

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Noun; German

/ˈæbraʊm/

Definition: A type of mineral residue left after the extraction of salt.

Sample Sentence: The /ˈæbraʊm/ was collected and studied for its chemical properties.

abraum

Sample Sentence: The abraum was collected and studied for its chemical properties.

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Noun; Greek

/əˈkeɪʃə/

Definition: A type of tree or shrub known for its spiny branches and feathery leaves.

Sample Sentence: The /əˈkeɪʃə/ tree provided shade from the intense sun.

acacia

Sample Sentence: The acacia tree provided shade from the intense sun.

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Verb; Latin

/ˈæklɪˌmeɪt/

Definition: To become accustomed to a new climate or environment.

Sample Sentence: It took her a few weeks to /ˈæklɪˌmeɪt/ to the colder weather.

acclimate

Sample Sentence: It took her a few weeks to acclimate to the colder weather.

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Noun; English

/əˌkɒməˈdeɪʃənz/

Definition: Rooms or buildings where people live or stay.

Sample Sentence: The hotel offered comfortable /əˌkɒməˈdeɪʃənz/ for all its guests.

accommodations

Sample Sentence: The hotel offered comfortable accommodations for all its guests.

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Noun; Italian

/əˌkɔːrdəˈtʊərə/

Definition: The tuning of a musical instrument, especially a stringed instrument.

Sample Sentence: The violinist adjusted the /əˌkɔːrdəˈtʊərə/ for the perfect sound.

accordatura

Sample Sentence: The violinist adjusted the accordatura for the perfect sound.

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Noun; Spanish

/æˈseɪtuːnə/

Definition: The Spanish word for olive.

Sample Sentence: She added /æˈseɪtuːnə/ to the salad for a touch of Mediterranean flavor.

aceituna

Sample Sentence: She added aceituna to the salad for a touch of Mediterranean flavor.

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Noun; Spanish

/ˌæsəˈroʊlə/

Definition: A tropical fruit-bearing shrub also known as the Barbados cherry.

Sample Sentence: The jam was made from freshly picked /ˌæsəˈroʊlə/.

acerola

Sample Sentence: The jam was made from freshly picked acerola.

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Noun; English

/əˌsiːtəˈmɪnəfən/

Definition: A common drug used to relieve pain and reduce fever, also known as paracetamol.

Sample Sentence: She took /əˌsiːtəˈmɪnəfən/ to alleviate her headache.

acetaminophen

Sample Sentence: She took acetaminophen to alleviate her headache.

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Noun; French

/ˈæsɪtoʊn/

Definition: A volatile, flammable liquid used as a solvent and an antiseptic.

Sample Sentence: The lab technician used /ˈæsɪtoʊn/ to clean the equipment.

acetone

Sample Sentence: The lab technician used acetone to clean the equipment.

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Noun; Sanskrit

/əˈtʃɑːrjə/

Definition: A spiritual teacher or guru in Indian religions.

Sample Sentence: The /əˈtʃɑːrjə/ imparted wisdom to his disciples.

acharya

Sample Sentence: The acharya imparted wisdom to his disciples.

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Noun; Arabic

/ˈeɪkənɑːr/

Definition: A star in the constellation Eridanus, one of the brightest in the night sky.

Sample Sentence: Astronomers observed /ˈeɪkənɑːr/ through the telescope.

Achernar

Sample Sentence: Astronomers observed Achernar through the telescope.

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Noun; Latin

/əˈsɪkjʊlə/

Definition: A small needle-like structure or part.

Sample Sentence: The /əˈsɪkjʊlə/ in the fossil indicated it was a species of sea urchin.

acicula

Sample Sentence: The acicula in the fossil indicated it was a species of sea urchin.

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Noun; Greek

/æˌsɪdəˈfɪləs/

Definition: A type of bacteria that thrives in acidic environments.

Sample Sentence: The yogurt contains /æˌsɪdəˈfɪləs/, which is beneficial for digestion.

acidophilus

Sample Sentence: The yogurt contains acidophilus, which is beneficial for digestion.

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Noun; Greek

/eɪˈsiːl/

Definition: A simple flatworm of the phylum Acoelomorpha.

Sample Sentence: The biologist studied the /eɪˈsiːl/ under a microscope.

acoel

Sample Sentence: The biologist studied the acoel under a microscope.

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Noun; Middle English

/əˈkweɪntəns/

Definition: A person’s knowledge or experience of something, or a person one knows slightly.

Sample Sentence: He made a new /əˈkweɪntəns/ at the networking event.

acquaintance

Sample Sentence: He made a new acquaintance at the networking event.

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Adjective; Greek

/ˈeɪkrəl/

Definition: Pertaining to or affecting the extremities of the body.

Sample Sentence: He suffered from /ˈeɪkrəl/ coldness due to poor circulation.

acral

Sample Sentence: He suffered from acral coldness due to poor circulation.

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# Noun; Greek /ˌækroʊˈdʒɪəriə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A condition characterized by premature aging of the skin on the hands and feet. **Sample Sentence:** *The rare condition known as /ˌækroʊˈdʒɪəriə/ was studied in detail by dermatologists.*

acrogeria ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The rare condition known as *acrogeria* was studied in detail by dermatologists.

# Noun; Greek /ˈækrəˌpæki/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Thickening of skin and soft tissues, especially of the fingers. **Sample Sentence:** *The patient was diagnosed with /ˈækrəˌpæki/ after exhibiting swelling in his hands.*

acropachy ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The patient was diagnosed with *acropachy* after exhibiting swelling in his hands.

# Adjective; Latin /æd ˈhɒm.ɪ.nɛm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Directed against a person rather than the position they are maintaining. **Sample Sentence:** *The debate became heated with /æd ˈhɒm.ɪ.nɛm/ attacks.*

ad hominem ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The debate became heated with *ad hominem* attacks.

# Adverb; Latin /æd ˈnɔːziˌæm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Referring to something that is done repeatedly to the point of annoyance. **Sample Sentence:** *The topic was discussed /æd ˈnɔːziˌæm/ during the meeting.*

ad nauseam ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The topic was discussed *ad nauseam* during the meeting.

# Noun; German /ˈædəleɪd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A city in Australia, capital of the state of South Australia. **Sample Sentence:** *They planned a vacation to /ˈædəleɪd/ to explore its beautiful parks.*

Adelaide ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** They planned a vacation to *Adelaide* to explore its beautiful parks.

# Interjection; French /æˈdjuː/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A farewell or goodbye. **Sample Sentence:** *He bid her /æˈdjuː/ as she boarded the train.*

adieu ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He bid her *adieu* as she boarded the train.

# Adjective; Latin /ædˈsɪtɪʃəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Forming an addition or supplement; not integral. **Sample Sentence:** The notes were /ædˈsɪtɪʃəs/ to the main report, providing extra context.

adscititious ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The notes were *adscititious* to the main report, providing extra context.

# Noun; Latin /ədˈvɜːsɪti/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A state or instance of serious or continued difficulty or misfortune. **Sample Sentence:** *She showed great resilience in the face of /ədˈvɜːsɪti/.*

adversity ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She showed great resilience in the face of *adversity*.

# Noun; Greek /ˈiːdʒɪˌlɒps/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A genus of grasses, some species of which have been used in wheat breeding. **Sample Sentence:** *Researchers studied /ˈiːdʒɪˌlɒps/ for its potential benefits to agriculture.*

Aegilops ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Researchers studied *Aegilops* for its potential benefits to agriculture.

# Noun; Latin /ˈiːɡroʊtæt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A medical certificate allowing a student to graduate despite illness. **Sample Sentence:** *Due to her prolonged illness, she was granted an /ˈiːɡroʊtæt/ by the university.*

aegrotat ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Due to her prolonged illness, she was granted an *aegrotat* by the university.

# Noun; Latin /ˈeəriəlz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Plural of aerial; antennas used for radio or television transmission. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈeəriəlz/ on the roof improved the signal strength.*

aerials ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *aerials* on the roof improved the signal strength.

# Noun; Greek /ˈɛroʊˌsɛl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An air-filled cyst or cavity. **Sample Sentence:** *The doctor identified an /ˈɛroʊˌsɛl/ during the examination.*

aerocele ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The doctor identified an *aerocele* during the examination.

# Adjective; Greek /ˌɛərəʊfaɪləˈtɛlɪk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Related to the collection and study of airmail stamps. **Sample Sentence:** His /ˌɛərəʊfaɪləˈtɛlɪk/ collection included rare stamps from around the world.

aerophilatelic ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** His *aerophilatelic* collection included rare stamps from around the world.

# Noun; French /ˈɛrəsɔl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A substance enclosed under pressure and released as a fine spray. **Sample Sentence:** *She used an /ˈɛrəsɔl/ to freshen the room's air.*

aerosol ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She used an *aerosol* to freshen the room's air.

# Noun; Latin /aɪs ˈruː.deɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A form of bronze currency used in ancient Rome. **Sample Sentence:** *The archaeologist found a piece of /ˈiːz ˈruːdeɪ/ during the excavation.*

aes rude ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The archaeologist found a piece of *aes rude* during the excavation.

# Noun; Old Norse /ˈeɪsɪr/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The principal gods in Norse mythology, including Odin and Thor. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈeɪsɪr/ were revered in Viking culture and featured in many sagas.*

Aesir ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *Aesir* were revered in Viking culture and featured in many sagas.

# Adjective; Greek /iːsˈθɛtɪk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty. **Sample Sentence:** *The gallery displayed a collection of /iːsˈθɛtɪk/ works of art.*

aesthetic ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The gallery displayed a collection of *aesthetic* works of art.

# Noun; Greek /iːˈθeɪliəm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of fungal fruiting body. **Sample Sentence:** *The forest floor was dotted with /iːˈθeɪliəm/, a sign of the rich biodiversity.*

aethalium ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The forest floor was dotted with *aethalium*, a sign of the rich biodiversity.

# Noun; French /æˈfiʃ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A poster or public notice. **Sample Sentence:** *The /æˈfiʃ/ in the window advertised the upcoming event.*

affiche ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *affiche* in the window advertised the upcoming event.

# Noun; Italian /ɑːfoʊˈɡɑːtoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An Italian dessert of coffee and ice cream. **Sample Sentence:** For dessert, she ordered an /ɑːfoʊˈɡɑːtoʊ/, combining rich espresso with creamy vanilla gelato.

affogato ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** For dessert, she ordered an *affogato*, combining rich espresso with creamy vanilla gelato.

# Noun; Greek /eɪˈɡjuːziə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The loss or impairment of the sense of taste. **Sample Sentence:** *After the illness, she experienced /eɪˈɡjuːziə/ and couldn't taste her favorite foods.*

ageusia ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** After the illness, she experienced *ageusia* and couldn't taste her favorite foods.

# Noun; Russian /ˈædʒɪtˌprɒp/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Political propaganda, especially in art or literature. **Sample Sentence:** *The play was criticized for being too much like /ˈædʒɪtˌprɒp/.*

agitprop ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The play was criticized for being too much like *agitprop*.

# Proper Noun; Greek /əˈɡlaɪə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** One of the three Graces in Greek mythology, known for beauty and splendor. **Sample Sentence:** *In the story, /əˈɡlaɪə/ was celebrated for her radiant charm.*

Aglaia ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** In the story, *Aglaia* was celebrated for her radiant charm.

# Noun; Greek /əˈɡrɪpniə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Insomnia or the inability to sleep. **Sample Sentence:** *After drinking too much coffee, he suffered from /əˈɡrɪpniə/ all night.*

agrypnia ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** After drinking too much coffee, he suffered from *agrypnia* all night.

# Noun; Old English /eɪɡ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A fever or shivering fit, especially one associated with malaria. **Sample Sentence:** He was bedridden with an /eɪɡ/ that left him weak and tired.

ague ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He was bedridden with an *ague* that left him weak and tired.

# Noun; Sanskrit /əˈhɪmsə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The principle of non-violence toward all living beings. **Sample Sentence:** The practice of /əˈhɪmsə/ is central to many Indian religions.

ahimsa ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The practice of *ahimsa* is central to many Indian religions.

# Noun; Nahuatl /ˈɑːwɑːtle/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Edible insect eggs, often consumed in Mexico. **Sample Sentence:** *The market featured /ˈɑːwɑːtle/ as a local delicacy.*

ahuatle ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The market featured *ahuatle* as a local delicacy.

# Noun; Nahuatl /ˌɑːweɪˈweɪti/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A species of cypress tree native to Mexico, known as the Montezuma cypress. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˌɑːweɪˈweɪti/ is a symbol of strength and longevity in Mexican culture.*

Ahuehuete ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *Ahuehuete* is a symbol of strength and longevity in Mexican culture.

# Noun; Persian /əˌhʊrə ˈmæzdə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The supreme god in ancient Persian religion, especially Zoroastrianism. **Sample Sentence:** *Devotees prayed to /əˌhʊrə ˈmæzdə/ for guidance and protection.*

Ahura Mazda ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Devotees prayed to *Ahura Mazda* for guidance and protection.

# Noun; Latin /aɪˈlænθəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A genus of trees and shrubs native to Asia. **Sample Sentence:** *The /aɪˈlænθəs/ tree is often found in urban areas due to its resilience.*

ailanthus ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *ailanthus* tree is often found in urban areas due to its resilience.

# Noun; French /ˈeɪlərɒn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A hinged surface in the trailing edge of an airplane wing, used to control lateral balance. **Sample Sentence:** *The pilot adjusted the /ˈeɪlərɒn/ to stabilize the aircraft.*

aileron ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The pilot adjusted the *aileron* to stabilize the aircraft.

# Noun; French /ˈeɪlɛt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A small, winglike or shield-like piece of armor worn on the shoulder. **Sample Sentence:** *The knight's /ˈeɪlɛt/ was engraved with his family crest.*

ailette ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The knight's *ailette* was engraved with his family crest.

# Noun; Middle English /aɪlz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Passageways between rows of seats in a theater, airplane, or other venues. **Sample Sentence:** *The flight attendant walked down the /aɪlz/ offering drinks.*

aisles ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The flight attendant walked down the *aisles* offering drinks.

# Noun; Greek /ˈaɪstəˌpɒd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An extinct order of legless amphibians. **Sample Sentence:** *The fossil of the /ˈaɪstəˌpɒd/ was a rare find for the paleontologists.*

aistopod ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The fossil of the *aistopod* was a rare find for the paleontologists.

# Adjective; Polynesian /aɪˈtuːtəkiən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Of or relating to the island of Aitutaki or its people. **Sample Sentence:** *The /aɪˈtuːtəkiən/ dance was a highlight of the cultural festival.*

Aitutakian ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *Aitutakian* dance was a highlight of the cultural festival.

# Noun; Arabic /axiˈmes/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A mullioned window, especially in Islamic architecture. **Sample Sentence:** The palace featured an intricate /ˈædʒɪmɛz/ that let in streams of light.

ajimez ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The palace featured an intricate *ajimez* that let in streams of light.

# Noun; Greek /eɪˈkærɪəʊt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A cell without a nucleus; a prokaryote. **Sample Sentence:** Bacteria are an example of /eɪˈkærɪəʊt/ organisms.

akaryote ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Bacteria are an example of *akaryote* organisms.

# Noun; Akkadian /ˈækʌm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An ancient city in the region of Mesopotamia. **Sample Sentence:** *Archaeologists uncovered artifacts from /ˈækʌm/ during their excavation.*

akkum ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Archaeologists uncovered artifacts from *akkum* during their excavation.

# Adjective; Latin /ˈeɪˌleɪt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Having wings or wing-like appendages. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈeɪˌleɪt/ seeds were carried far by the wind.*

alate ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *alate* seeds were carried far by the wind.

# Proper noun; Spanish /ˈælbəkɜrki/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A city in central New Mexico. **Sample Sentence:** *We planned a road trip to explore the sights of /ˈælbəkɜrki/.*

Albuquerque ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** We planned a road trip to explore the sights of *Albuquerque*.

# Noun; Arabic /ˌælkəˈrɑːzə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of earthenware jar or vessel, traditionally used for cooling water. **Sample Sentence:** *Water was stored in an /ˌælkəˈrɑːzə/ to keep it cool in the hot climate.*

alcarraza ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Water was stored in an *alcarraza* to keep it cool in the hot climate.

# Noun; Swedish /ˈælfveɪn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Referring to Hannes Alfvén, a Swedish scientist known for his work in plasma physics. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈælfveɪn/ waves are a concept in plasma physics named after the scientist.*

Alfvén ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *Alfvén* waves are a concept in plasma physics named after the scientist.

# Adjective; Arabic /ˌælʤəˈbreɪ.ək/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Relating to or involving algebra. **Sample Sentence:** *The student solved the /ˌælʤəˈbreɪɪk/ equation with ease.*

algebraic ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The student solved the *algebraic* equation with ease.

# Verb; English /əˈlaɪtɪd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Descended from a train, bus, or other form of transport. **Sample Sentence:** *She /əˈlaɪtɪd/ from the train and looked around the bustling station.*

alighted ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She *alighted* from the train and looked around the bustling station.

# Adjective; Latin /æləˈluːɪˌætɪk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Relating to or characterized by alleluias; expressing joy or praise. **Sample Sentence:** *The choir's /æləˈluːɪˌætɪk/ hymns filled the cathedral with a sense of joy.*

alleluiatic ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The choir's *alleluiatic* hymns filled the cathedral with a sense of joy.

# Adjective; Greek /ˌæləˈkrəʊəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Having the property of changing color. **Sample Sentence:** The /ˌæləˈkrəʊəs/ fabric shimmered in different hues under the light.

allochroous ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *allochroous* fabric shimmered in different hues under the light.

# Noun; Spanish /ælˈmwɛrzoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A meal, especially a light meal in the middle of the day. **Sample Sentence:** *They paused their work to enjoy an /ælˈmwɛrzoʊ/ together.*

almuerzo ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** They paused their work to enjoy an *almuerzo* together.

# Noun; French /ˌæluˈæt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of howler monkey found in Central and South America. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˌæluˈæt/ could be heard calling through the rainforest.*

alouatte ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *alouatte* could be heard calling through the rainforest.

# Noun; Spanish /ˌælpɑːrˈɡɑːtə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of canvas shoe with a rubber sole. **Sample Sentence:** *He wore /ˌælpɑːrˈɡɑːtə/ while strolling on the beach.*

alpargata ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He wore *alpargata* while strolling on the beach.

# Noun; English /ˈæl.təˌzɪ.məθ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A telescope mounting that allows movement in azimuth and altitude. **Sample Sentence:** *The observatory upgraded to an /ˈæl.təˌzɪ.məθ/ mount for better tracking.*

altazimuth ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The observatory upgraded to an *altazimuth* mount for better tracking.

# Noun; Latin /ˈæltɪˌmitər/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An instrument for determining altitude attained, especially a barometric or radar device used in an aircraft. **Sample Sentence:** *The pilot checked the /ˈæltɪˌmitər/ to ensure the plane was at the correct altitude.*

altimeter ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The pilot checked the *altimeter* to ensure the plane was at the correct altitude.

# Noun; Latin /əˈluːmɪnəm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A silvery-white, lightweight metal used in manufacturing. **Sample Sentence:** *The bicycle frame was made from /əˈluːmɪnəm/ for its lightness and strength.*

aluminum ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The bicycle frame was made from *aluminum* for its lightness and strength.

# Noun; Greek /ˌæməˈrɪlɪs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A flowering plant known for its large, trumpet-shaped blooms. **Sample Sentence:** *The gardener planted an /ˌæməˈrɪlɪs/ in her backyard.*

amaryllis ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The gardener planted an *amaryllis* in her backyard.

# Adjective; Latin /ˈæmbiənt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Relating to the immediate surroundings of something. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈæmbiənt/ temperature was perfect for an afternoon stroll.*

ambient ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *ambient* temperature was perfect for an afternoon stroll.

# Noun; Latin /ˌæmbɪˈɡjuːɪti/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˌæmbɪˈɡjuːɪti/ in his statement caused confusion.*

ambiguity ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *ambiguity* in his statement caused confusion.

# Noun; Unknown origin /ˈæmərˌtɔɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A playful or whimsical object. **Sample Sentence:** *His desk was cluttered with various /ˈæmərˌtɔɪ/ that he collected over the years.*

amertoy ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** His desk was cluttered with various *amertoy* that he collected over the years.

# Noun; French /ˈæmʊər ˈproʊprə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A sense of one's own worth; self-respect. **Sample Sentence:** *His /ˈæmʊər ˈproʊprə/ was evident in the way he carried himself.*

amour propre ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** His *amour propre* was evident in the way he carried himself.

# Adjective; Greek /æmˈfɪstɪlər/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Having columns on both sides. **Sample Sentence:** *The temple was /æmˈfɪstɪlər/, with rows of columns lining its perimeter.*

amphistylar ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The temple was *amphistylar*, with rows of columns lining its perimeter.

# Noun; Greek /ˈæmfərəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A tall ancient Greek or Roman jar with two handles and a narrow neck. **Sample Sentence:** *Archaeologists discovered an /ˈæmfərəs/ containing olive oil in the ancient ruins.*

amphoras ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Archaeologists discovered an *amphoras* containing olive oil in the ancient ruins.

# Noun; French /əˈmjuːz ˌɡɛl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A small appetizer served before a meal. **Sample Sentence:** *The chef prepared an /əˈmjuːz ˌɡɛl/ to delight the guests before the main course.*

amuse-gueule ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The chef prepared an *amuse-gueule* to delight the guests before the main course.

# Noun; Greek /əˈmɪɡdələ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An almond-shaped section of the brain that is integral to emotion processing. **Sample Sentence:** *The scientist studied the /əˈmɪɡdələ/ to understand emotional responses.*

amygdala ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The scientist studied the *amygdala* to understand emotional responses.

# Noun; Greek /ˈænəˌbæθmɔɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Gradual steps or ascents. **Sample Sentence:** *The hikers ascended the mountain in /ˈænəˌbæθmɔɪ/, taking breaks at each level.*

anabathmoi ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The hikers ascended the mountain in *anabathmoi*, taking breaks at each level.

# Noun; Greek /ˌænəfɪˈlæksɪs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. **Sample Sentence:** *He carried an epinephrine injector in case of /ˌænəfɪˈlæksɪs/.*

anaphylaxis ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He carried an epinephrine injector in case of *anaphylaxis*.

# Noun; Greek /əˈnæθəmə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Something or someone that one vehemently dislikes. **Sample Sentence:** *The idea of betraying his principles was an /əˈnæθəmə/ to him.*

anathema ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The idea of betraying his principles was an *anathema* to him.

# Noun; French /ˌɑ̃sjæ̃ reɪˈʒiːm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The political and social system of France before the Revolution of 1789. **Sample Sentence:** *Historians study the /ˌɑ̃sjæ̃ reɪˈʒiːm/ to understand pre-revolutionary France.*

ancien régime ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Historians study the *ancien régime* to understand pre-revolutionary France.

# Noun; French /ˌænduˈiː/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A spicy sausage made from pork, originating from France. **Sample Sentence:** *The chef prepared a dish featuring /ˌænduˈiː/ for the guests.*

andouille ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The chef prepared a dish featuring *andouille* for the guests.

# Noun; Greek /əˈnɛməni/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A plant of the buttercup family, typically bearing brightly colored flowers. **Sample Sentence:** *The vibrant /əˈnɛməni/ stood out in the garden.*

anemone ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The vibrant *anemone* stood out in the garden.

# Preposition; English /əˈnɛnt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Concerning; about. **Sample Sentence:** *The debate /əˈnɛnt/ the new policy continued for hours.*

anent ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The debate *anent* the new policy continued for hours.

# Noun; Greek /ˌændʒiˈaɪtɪs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Inflammation of the blood vessels. **Sample Sentence:** *The patient was diagnosed with /ˌændʒiˈaɪtɪs/ and started treatment immediately.*

angiitis ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The patient was diagnosed with *angiitis* and started treatment immediately.

# Noun; English /ˌænɪməˈtrɒnɪks/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The use of robotic devices to emulate a human or an animal, or bring lifelike characteristics to an otherwise inanimate object. **Sample Sentence:** *The theme park featured /ˌænɪməˈtrɒnɪks/ that entertained the visitors.*

animatronics ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The theme park featured *animatronics* that entertained the visitors.

# Noun; Greek /ˌænɪˌsaɪˈkoʊniə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A visual defect in which the size of the image differs between the eyes. **Sample Sentence:** *The optometrist diagnosed him with /ˌænɪˌsaɪˈkoʊniə/.*

aniseikonia ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The optometrist diagnosed him with *aniseikonia*.

# Noun; Egyptian /æŋk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An ancient Egyptian symbol of life depicted as a cross with a loop at the top. **Sample Sentence:** The museum displayed an /æŋk/ that was used in ancient rituals.

ankh ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The museum displayed an *ankh* that was used in ancient rituals.

# Noun; Latin /ˈænoʊ hɪˈdʒɪriː/ ## Footnote **Definition:** In the year of the Hijra, used in the Islamic calendar. **Sample Sentence:** *The document was dated /ˈænəʊ hɪˈdʒaɪriː/ 1442.*

Anno Hegirae ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The document was dated *Anno Hegirae* 1442.

# Noun; Greek /əˈnɒməlɪˌpɛd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An organism with irregular or unusual feet. **Sample Sentence:** *The bird was classified as an /əˈnɒməlɪˌpɛd/ due to its unique foot structure.*

anomaliped ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The bird was classified as an *anomaliped* due to its unique foot structure.

# Noun; Greek /əˈnɒməli/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected. **Sample Sentence:** *The scientist noted an /əˈnɒməli/ in the data that required further investigation.*

anomaly ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The scientist noted an *anomaly* in the data that required further investigation.

# Noun; Greek /ˌænoʊsɒɡˈnoʊʒiə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A condition in which a person is unaware of their own illness. **Sample Sentence:** *The patient with /ˌænoʊsɒɡˈnoʊʒiə/ did not recognize his memory loss.*

anosognosia ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The patient with *anosognosia* did not recognize his memory loss.

Set 1: A-An Flashcards

Begin your spelling journey with words from A to An, complete with pronunciations, definitions, and sample sentences to help you master every word with ease. (100 cards)