Set 10: Trin-Z

Question 1

Adjective; English

/ˌtrɪnɪˈdeɪdiən/

Definition: Relating to Trinidad or its people.

Sample Sentence: The /ˌtrɪnɪˈdeɪdiən/ music filled the air with vibrant rhythms.

Answer 1

Trinidadian

Sample Sentence: The Trinidadian music filled the air with vibrant rhythms.

Question 2

Noun; Middle English

/traɪp/

Definition: A small fish or piece of fish used for bait.

Sample Sentence: Fishermen often use /traɪp/ to attract larger catches.

Answer 2

tripe

Sample Sentence: Fishermen often use tripe to attract larger catches.

Question 3

Noun; Greek

/trɪˈskɛlɪən/

Definition: A motif consisting of three interlocked spirals or three bent human legs.

Sample Sentence: The ancient symbol of a /trɪˈskɛlɪən/ was carved into the stone.

Answer 3

triskelion

Sample Sentence: The ancient symbol of a triskelion was carved into the stone.

Question 4

Noun; Spanish

/triːzˈteɪzə/

Definition: A viral disease affecting plants, particularly citrus trees.

Sample Sentence: The orchard suffered a loss due to an outbreak of /triːzˈteɪzə/ among the citrus crops.

Answer 4

tristeza

Sample Sentence: The orchard suffered a loss due to an outbreak of tristeza among the citrus crops.

Question 5

Noun; Greek

/ˈtrəʊkiː/

Definition: A metrical foot in poetry consisting of one long syllable followed by one short syllable.

Sample Sentence: The poet skillfully used a /ˈtrəʊkiː/ to enhance the rhythm of the verse.

Answer 5

trochee

Sample Sentence: The poet skillfully used a trochee to enhance the rhythm of the verse.

Question 6

Verb; Old English

/ˈtrɒdən/

Definition: Past participle of tread; to walk on or along.

Sample Sentence: The path was well /ˈtrɒdən/ by hikers.

Answer 6

trodden

Sample Sentence: The path was well trodden by hikers.

Question 7

Noun; French

/truˈvaɪ/

Definition: A lucky find or discovery.

Sample Sentence: Finding the vintage watch at the flea market was a /truˈvaɪ/.

Answer 7

trouvaille

Sample Sentence: Finding the vintage watch at the flea market was a trouvaille.

Question 8

Noun; English

/ˈtrʌkiː/

Definition: A city in California known for its proximity to Lake Tahoe and winter sports.

Sample Sentence: They spent the weekend skiing in /ˈtrʌkiː/.

Answer 8

Truckee

Sample Sentence: They spent the weekend skiing in Truckee.

Question 9

Noun; Japanese

/tsuˈkuːpɪn/

Definition: A Japanese term for a scoop or ladle, especially used in traditional contexts.

Sample Sentence: The chef used a /tsuˈkuːpɪn/ to serve the miso soup.

Answer 9

tsukupin

Sample Sentence: The chef used a tsukupin to serve the miso soup.

Question 10

Noun; Japanese

/tsuːˈnɑːmi/

Definition: A long high sea wave caused by an earthquake or other disturbance.

Sample Sentence: The coastal town was on alert for a /tsuːˈnɑːmi/ after the earthquake.

Answer 10

tsunami

Sample Sentence: The coastal town was on alert for a tsunami after the earthquake.

Question 11

Noun; Cree

/ˈtʌlɪˌbiː/

Definition: A type of freshwater fish found in North America, also known as cisco.

Sample Sentence: Fishing for /ˈtʌlɪˌbiː/ is popular in the northern lakes.

Answer 11

tullibee

Sample Sentence: Fishing for tullibee is popular in the northern lakes.

Question 12

Noun; Latin

/ˈtjuːmjʊləs/

Definition: An artificial mound, especially over a grave.

Sample Sentence: Archaeologists discovered an ancient /ˈtjuːmjʊləs/ in the field.

Answer 12

tumulus

Sample Sentence: Archaeologists discovered an ancient tumulus in the field.

Question 13

Noun; Latin

/ˈtjunɪk/

Definition: A loose garment, typically sleeveless and reaching to the wearer’s knees.

Sample Sentence: The ancient soldier wore a /ˈtjunɪk/ under his armor.

Answer 13

tunic

Sample Sentence: The ancient soldier wore a tunic under his armor.

Question 14

Noun; French

/ˈtɜrkwɔɪz/

Definition: A blue-green mineral often used as a gemstone.

Sample Sentence: She wore a beautiful necklace with a /ˈtɜrkwɔɪz/ pendant.

Answer 14

turquoise

Sample Sentence: She wore a beautiful necklace with a turquoise pendant.

Question 15

Noun; Latin

/ˌjuːbɪkwɪˈnoʊn/

Definition: A coenzyme found in the electron transport chain of cellular respiration.

Sample Sentence: The presence of /ˌjuːbɪkwɪˈnoʊn/ is vital for energy production in cells.

Answer 15

ubiquinone

Sample Sentence: The presence of ubiquinone is vital for energy production in cells.

Question 16

Noun; Latin

/juːˈbɪkwɪti/

Definition: The state of being everywhere at once or seeming to be everywhere at once.

Sample Sentence: In the digital age, social media has achieved a kind of /juːˈbɪkwɪti/.

Answer 16

ubiquity

Sample Sentence: In the digital age, social media has achieved a kind of ubiquity.

Question 17

Verb; Latin

/ˈjuːljʊˌleɪt/

Definition: To howl or wail as an expression of strong emotion, often grief.

Sample Sentence: The mourners began to /ˈjuːljʊˌleɪt/ during the funeral procession.

Answer 17

ululate

Sample Sentence: The mourners began to ululate during the funeral procession.

Question 18

Noun; English

/ˈjuːnəˌkaɪt/

Definition: A type of altered granite used as a semi-precious stone.

Sample Sentence: The jeweler used /ˈjuːnəˌkaɪt/ to craft a unique necklace.

Answer 18

unakite

Sample Sentence: The jeweler used unakite to craft a unique necklace.

Question 19

Adjective; Old English

/ʌnˈkæni/

Definition: Strange or mysterious, especially in an unsettling way.

Sample Sentence: His ability to predict events was almost /ʌnˈkæni/.

Answer 19

uncanny

Sample Sentence: His ability to predict events was almost uncanny.

Question 20

Adjective; Latin

/ʌnˈɡwɪkjʊlɪt/

Definition: Having nails or claws.

Sample Sentence: The /ʌnˈɡwɪkjʊlɪt/ paws of the animal made it an adept climber.

Answer 20

unguiculate

Sample Sentence: The unguiculate paws of the animal made it an adept climber.

Question 21

Adjective; English

/ʌnˈspɔːrtsmənˌlaɪk/

Definition: Not exhibiting appropriate or fair play, ethics, or respect in sports.

Sample Sentence: His /ʌnˈspɔːrtsmənˌlaɪk/ behavior got him disqualified.

Answer 21

unsportsmanlike

Sample Sentence: His unsportsmanlike behavior got him disqualified.

Question 22

Adjective; Old English

/ʌnˈwɒntɪd/

Definition: Unaccustomed or unusual.

Sample Sentence: The sudden applause was /ʌnˈwɒntɪd/ and unexpected.

Answer 22

unwonted

Sample Sentence: The sudden applause was unwonted and unexpected.

Question 23

Noun; Middle English

/ʌpˈhoʊlstɹi/

Definition: Soft, padded textile covering that is fixed to furniture such as armchairs and sofas.

Sample Sentence: The /ʌpˈhoʊlstɹi/ on the old chair was worn and needed replacing.

Answer 23

upholstery

Sample Sentence: The upholstery on the old chair was worn and needed replacing.

Question 24

Noun; Greek

/ˈʌpsɪlɒn/

Definition: The 20th letter of the Greek alphabet.

Sample Sentence: The symbol /ˈʌpsɪlɒn/ is used in various scientific contexts.

Answer 24

upsilon

Sample Sentence: The symbol upsilon is used in various scientific contexts.

Question 25

# Noun; Latin /ˌɜː.tɪˈkɛə.ri.ə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A rash of round, red welts on the skin that itch intensely, sometimes with dangerous swelling. **Sample Sentence:** *The patient was diagnosed with /ˌɜː.tɪˈkɛə.ri.ə/ after the allergic reaction.*

Answer 25

urticaria ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The patient was diagnosed with *urticaria* after the allergic reaction.

Question 26

# Noun; Japanese /ˌʊruˈʃiɒl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An oil found in plants like poison ivy, responsible for allergic reactions. **Sample Sentence:** *Exposure to /ˌʊruˈʃiɒl/ can result in a severe rash.*

Answer 26

urushiol ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Exposure to *urushiol* can result in a severe rash.

Question 27

# Noun; Egyptian /ʊˈʃæbti/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A small figurine placed in ancient Egyptian tombs to serve the deceased in the afterlife. **Sample Sentence:** *The archaeologists discovered an /ʊˈʃæbti/ in the tomb.*

Answer 27

ushabti ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The archaeologists discovered an *ushabti* in the tomb.

Question 28

# Noun; Spanish /ˌuːʃuˈaɪə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A city in Argentina, often regarded as the southernmost city in the world. **Sample Sentence:** Adventurers often travel to /ˌuːʃuˈaɪə/ to explore the remote landscapes of Tierra del Fuego.

Answer 28

Ushuaia ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Adventurers often travel to *Ushuaia* to explore the remote landscapes of Tierra del Fuego.

Question 29

# Noun; Latin /ˈʌstɪən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The act of burning or cauterization in surgery. **Sample Sentence:** *The surgeon employed /ˈʌstɪən/ to stop the bleeding.*

Answer 29

ustion ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The surgeon employed *ustion* to stop the bleeding.

Question 30

# Verb; Latin /jʊˈzɜːrp/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To seize and take control without authority. **Sample Sentence:** *He attempted to /jʊˈzɜːrp/ the throne from the rightful heir.*

Answer 30

usurp ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He attempted to *usurp* the throne from the rightful heir.

Question 31

# Noun; Latin /ˈvækəri/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A place where cows are kept; a cow pasture. **Sample Sentence:** *The farmer inspected his /ˈvækəri/ early in the morning.*

Answer 31

vaccary ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The farmer inspected his *vaccary* early in the morning.

Question 32

# Adjective; Latin /ˈvækjʊəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Having or showing a lack of thought or intelligence; mindless. **Sample Sentence:** *His /ˈvækjʊəs/ expression suggested he wasn't paying attention.*

Answer 32

vacuous ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** His *vacuous* expression suggested he wasn't paying attention.

Question 33

# Noun; Latin /ˈvægəˌbɒnd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A person who wanders from place to place without a permanent home or means of livelihood. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈvægəˌbɒnd/ traveled the world with just a backpack.*

Answer 33

vagabond ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *vagabond* traveled the world with just a backpack.

Question 34

# Adjective; Latin /ˌvælɪˈtjuːdɪnəri/ ## Footnote **Definition:** In poor health; sickly. **Sample Sentence:** *He was considered /ˌvælɪˈtjuːdɪnəri/ due to his frequent illnesses.*

Answer 34

valetudinary ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He was considered *valetudinary* due to his frequent illnesses.

Question 35

# Noun; Latin /ˌværɪˈsɛlə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The virus responsible for chickenpox. **Sample Sentence:** *The child was diagnosed with /ˌværɪˈsɛlə/ after developing a rash.*

Answer 35

varicella ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The child was diagnosed with *varicella* after developing a rash.

Question 36

# Adjective; Latin /vɛˈrɪd.ɪ.kəl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Truthful; corresponding to reality. **Sample Sentence:** *The witness gave a /vɛˈrɪd.ɪ.kəl/ account of the events.*

Answer 36

veridical ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The witness gave a *veridical* account of the events.

Question 37

# Noun; Latin /ˌvɛr.ɪˈsɪm.ɪ.lɪˌtjuːd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The appearance of being true or real. **Sample Sentence:** *The novel's /ˌvɛr.ɪˈsɪm.ɪ.lɪˌtjuːd/ made it a compelling read.*

Answer 37

verisimilitude ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The novel's *verisimilitude* made it a compelling read.

Question 38

# Noun; French /vɛrˈmeɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A gilded silver or bronze used in decorative arts. **Sample Sentence:** *The antique clock was adorned with /vɛrˈmeɪ/ details.*

Answer 38

vermeil ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The antique clock was adorned with *vermeil* details.

Question 39

# Noun; French /vɛˈronɪk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A culinary preparation involving a sauce of white wine and grapes. **Sample Sentence:** *The fish was served with a /vɛˈronɪk/ sauce.*

Answer 39

Véronique ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The fish was served with a *Véronique* sauce.

Question 40

# Proper noun; French /vɛrˈsaɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A city in France known for its magnificent palace, the Palace of Versailles. **Sample Sentence:** *Tourists flock to /vɛrˈsaɪ/ to admire the opulent architecture and gardens.*

Answer 40

Versailles ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Tourists flock to *Versailles* to admire the opulent architecture and gardens.

Question 41

# Noun; Latin /vɛtərɪˈnɛɹiən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A person qualified to treat diseased or injured animals. **Sample Sentence:** *The /vɛtərɪˈnɛɹiən/ examined the injured puppy carefully.*

Answer 41

veterinarian ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *veterinarian* examined the injured puppy carefully.

Question 42

# Noun; Middle English /ˈvaɪəl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A small container, typically cylindrical and made of glass, used especially for holding liquid medicines. **Sample Sentence:** *The scientist carefully measured the liquid into a /ˈvaɪəl/.*

Answer 42

vial ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The scientist carefully measured the liquid into a *vial*.

Question 43

# Adjective; Latin /vɪˈsɛnəri/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Relating to or based on the number twenty. **Sample Sentence:** The /vɪˈsɛnəri/ cycle was a significant part of their calendar.

Answer 43

vicenary ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *vicenary* cycle was a significant part of their calendar.

Question 44

# Noun; Latin /vɪˈsɪsɪtjuːdz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Changes or variations occurring in the course of something. **Sample Sentence:** They faced the /vɪˈsɪsɪtjuːdz/ of life with courage and resilience.

Answer 44

vicissitudes ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** They faced the *vicissitudes* of life with courage and resilience.

Question 45

# Verb; Latin /ˈvɪlɪˌpɛnd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To regard or treat as of little value. **Sample Sentence:** *Critics tend to /ˈvɪlɪˌpɛnd/ the author's latest work.*

Answer 45

vilipend ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Critics tend to *vilipend* the author's latest work.

Question 46

# Adjective; English /ˈvɪlənəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Relating to or characteristic of a villain; wicked. **Sample Sentence:** *The character's /ˈvɪlənəs/ actions shocked everyone in the play.*

Answer 46

villainous ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The character's *villainous* actions shocked everyone in the play.

Question 47

# Adjective; Latin /vɪˈneɪʃəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Of the color of red wine. **Sample Sentence:** *The artist chose a /vɪˈneɪʃəs/ hue for the sunset.*

Answer 47

vinaceous ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The artist chose a *vinaceous* hue for the sunset.

Question 48

# Noun; French /vɪnəˈɡrɛt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A dressing of oil and vinegar with seasoning. **Sample Sentence:** *She prepared a /vɪnəˈɡrɛt/ for the salad.*

Answer 48

vinaigrette ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She prepared a *vinaigrette* for the salad.

Question 49

# Noun; Latin /ˈvaɪələns/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Behavior involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill someone or something. **Sample Sentence:** *The movie depicted a world torn apart by /ˈvaɪələns/ and chaos.*

Answer 49

violence ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The movie depicted a world torn apart by *violence* and chaos.

Question 50

# Noun; Latin /ˈvɪriˌoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A small songbird typically found in the Americas. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈvɪriˌoʊ/ sang from the top of the tree.*

Answer 50

vireo ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *vireo* sang from the top of the tree.

Question 51

# Verb; Latin /ˈvɪʃiˌeɪt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of something. **Sample Sentence:** *Using incorrect data will /ˈvɪʃiˌeɪt/ the results of the experiment.*

Answer 51

vitiate ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Using incorrect data will *vitiate* the results of the experiment.

Question 52

# Adjective; Latin /vaɪˈtjuːpərətɪv/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Bitter and abusive. **Sample Sentence:** *The article was filled with /vaɪˈtjuːpərətɪv/ criticism of the government.*

Answer 52

vituperative ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The article was filled with *vituperative* criticism of the government.

Question 53

# Adjective; Arabic /vɪˈzɪəriəl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Relating to a vizier or the office of a vizier. **Sample Sentence:** *The /vɪˈzɪəriəl/ decree was announced with great ceremony.*

Answer 53

vizierial ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *vizierial* decree was announced with great ceremony.

Question 54

# Adjective; Latin /vəˈsɪfərəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Vehement or clamorous. **Sample Sentence:** *The /vəˈsɪfərəs/ crowd demanded answers from the speaker.*

Answer 54

vociferous ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *vociferous* crowd demanded answers from the speaker.

Question 55

# Noun; Ojibwe /wəˈbiːnoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A traditional Native American medicine ceremony. **Sample Sentence:** *The community gathered for the /wəˈbiːnoʊ/ to seek healing and guidance.*

Answer 55

wabeno ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The community gathered for the *wabeno* to seek healing and guidance.

Question 56

# Noun; Maori /wəˈhiːni/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A Maori woman or wife. **Sample Sentence:** The /wəˈhiːni/ welcomed us with a traditional greeting.

Answer 56

wahine ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *wahine* welcomed us with a traditional greeting.

Question 57

# Noun; Japanese /ˈwɑːkəmeɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Edible seaweed often used in Japanese cuisine. **Sample Sentence:** *The miso soup was garnished with /ˈwɑːkəmeɪ/ for added flavor.*

Answer 57

wakame ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The miso soup was garnished with *wakame* for added flavor.

Question 58

# Noun; Native American /ˈwɑːmpəˌnɔːɡ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A member of a Native American people of southeastern Massachusetts. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈwɑːmpəˌnɔːɡ/ tribe played a significant role in the history of the region.*

Answer 58

Wampanoag ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *Wampanoag* tribe played a significant role in the history of the region.

Question 59

# Noun; Cree /ˈwɒpɪˌti/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A large North American deer, also known as elk. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈwɒpɪˌti/ roamed freely in the national park.*

Answer 59

wapiti ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *wapiti* roamed freely in the national park.

Question 60

# Noun; Old Norse /ˈwɒseɪl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A festivity involving the drinking of toasts. **Sample Sentence:** *The villagers gathered for the annual /ˈwɒseɪl/.*

Answer 60

wassail ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The villagers gathered for the annual *wassail*.

Question 61

# Noun; English /ˈweɪvlɛŋkθ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The distance between successive crests of a wave, especially in sound or electromagnetic waves. **Sample Sentence:** *Different colors of light have different /ˈweɪvlɛŋkθs/.*

Answer 61

wavelength ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Different colors of light have different *wavelengths*.

Question 62

# Noun; Maori /ˈwiːkə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A flightless bird native to New Zealand. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈwiːkə/ is known for its curiosity and is often spotted near campsites.*

Answer 62

weka ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *weka* is known for its curiosity and is often spotted near campsites.

Question 63

# Noun; German /ˈvɛltˌʃmɛrts/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A feeling of melancholy and world-weariness. **Sample Sentence:** The novel's protagonist was often consumed by /ˈvɛltˌʃmɛrts/ as he pondered the meaning of life.

Answer 63

weltschmerz ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The novel's protagonist was often consumed by *weltschmerz* as he pondered the meaning of life.

Question 64

# Noun; English /ˈwɛnzliˌdeɪl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of cheese originating from the Wensleydale region in England. **Sample Sentence:** *He served /ˈwɛnzliˌdeɪl/ with crackers at the gathering.*

Answer 64

Wensleydale ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He served *Wensleydale* with crackers at the gathering.

Question 65

# Noun; Dutch /ˈwɛntlˌtræp/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of spiral-shelled sea snail. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈwɛntlˌtræp/ shell was a prized item in the collector's display.*

Answer 65

wentletrap ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *wentletrap* shell was a prized item in the collector's display.

Question 66

# Noun; American English /ˈwɪpərˌwɪl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A nocturnal North American bird with a distinctive call. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈwɪpərˌwɪl/ could be heard calling in the night.*

Answer 66

whippoorwill ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *whippoorwill* could be heard calling in the night.

Question 67

# Verb; Old English /ˈwɪslɪŋ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The act of making a high-pitched sound by forcing breath through a small opening between one's lips or teeth. **Sample Sentence:** *He was /ˈwɪslɪŋ/ a cheerful tune while he worked.*

Answer 67

whistling ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He was *whistling* a cheerful tune while he worked.

Question 68

# Adverb; Scots /ˈwɪdəˌʃɪnz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** In a direction contrary to the sun's course, considered as unlucky; counterclockwise. **Sample Sentence:** *The dancers moved /ˈwɪdəˌʃɪnz/ around the maypole.*

Answer 68

widdershins ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The dancers moved *widdershins* around the maypole.

Question 69

# Noun; English /ˈwɪɡən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of woven fabric formerly used for lining clothes. **Sample Sentence:** *The tailor selected a /ˈwɪɡən/ for the coat lining.*

Answer 69

wigan ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The tailor selected a *wigan* for the coat lining.

Question 70

# Noun; Chinese /wɑk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A large, bowl-shaped frying pan used in Chinese cooking. **Sample Sentence:** *She used a /wɑk/ to stir-fry the vegetables.*

Answer 70

wok ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She used a *wok* to stir-fry the vegetables.

Question 71

# Verb; Old English /raɪðz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To make twisting or squirming movements or contortions of the body. **Sample Sentence:** *The snake /raɪðz/ in the handler's grip.*

Answer 71

writhes ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The snake *writhes* in the handler's grip.

Question 72

# Noun; Chinese /ˈwuːʃuː/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A form of traditional Chinese martial arts. **Sample Sentence:** *He practiced /ˈwuːʃuː/ to improve his physical and mental discipline.*

Answer 72

wushu ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He practiced *wushu* to improve his physical and mental discipline.

Question 73

# Noun; Greek /ˈziːnɒn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A chemical element (Xe) with atomic number 54; a noble gas. **Sample Sentence:** */ˈziːnɒn/ is used in specialized lamps and as a general anesthetic.*

Answer 73

xenon ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** *Xenon* is used in specialized lamps and as a general anesthetic.

Question 74

# Noun; Greek /ˈzɛɹoʊˌdʒɛl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A solid material of extremely low density, produced by replacing the liquid component of a gel with gas. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈzɛɹoʊˌdʒɛl/ was used for its insulating properties.*

Answer 74

xerogel ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *xerogel* was used for its insulating properties.

Question 75

# Noun; Greek /ˈzɪfiəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A genus of swordfish. **Sample Sentence:** *The fisherman was excited to catch a /ˈzɪfiəs/ in the Atlantic.*

Answer 75

xiphias ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The fisherman was excited to catch a *xiphias* in the Atlantic.

Question 76

# Adjective; Greek /ˌzɪfəˈfɪləs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Having sword-shaped leaves. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˌzɪfəˈfɪləs/ plant added a dramatic touch to the garden.*

Answer 76

xiphophyllous ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *xiphophyllous* plant added a dramatic touch to the garden.

Question 77

# Noun; Greek /ˈzaɪləˌɡlɪfi/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The art of carving wood. **Sample Sentence:** *His talent for /ˈzaɪləˌɡlɪfi/ was evident in the intricately carved wooden sculptures.*

Answer 77

xyloglyphy ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** His talent for *xyloglyphy* was evident in the intricately carved wooden sculptures.

Question 78

# Noun; Greek /ˈzaɪləˌfoʊn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A musical instrument consisting of a series of wooden bars of different lengths, played by striking with mallets. **Sample Sentence:** *The musician played a lively tune on the /ˈzaɪləˌfoʊn/.*

Answer 78

xylophone ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The musician played a lively tune on the *xylophone*.

Question 79

# Noun; Japanese /jakɪˈtɔri/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A Japanese dish of grilled skewered chicken. **Sample Sentence:** *We ordered /jakɪˈtɔri/ at the Japanese restaurant.*

Answer 79

yakitori ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** We ordered *yakitori* at the Japanese restaurant.

Question 80

# Noun; Old English /jɑːrn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A long, often elaborate narrative of real or fictitious adventures; an entertaining tale. **Sample Sentence:** *He spun a /jɑːrn/ about his travels across the seven seas.*

Answer 80

yarn ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He spun a *yarn* about his travels across the seven seas.

Question 81

# Noun; Japanese /ˈjoʊsəˌnɑːbeɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A Japanese hot pot dish made with a variety of ingredients. **Sample Sentence:** *For dinner, they shared a steaming pot of /ˈjoʊsəˌnɑːbeɪ/ with friends.*

Answer 81

yosenabe ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** For dinner, they shared a steaming pot of *yosenabe* with friends.

Question 82

# Adjective; Latin /ˈɪtrɪfərəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Containing or yielding yttrium or related rare earth elements. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈɪtrɪfərəs/ mineral was valuable for its rare earth content.*

Answer 82

yttriferous ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *yttriferous* mineral was valuable for its rare earth content.

Question 83

# Noun; Sanskrit /ˈjuːɡə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An era or age in Hindu cosmology. **Sample Sentence:** *According to mythology, we are currently living in the Kali /ˈjuːɡə/.*

Answer 83

yuga ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** According to mythology, we are currently living in the Kali *yuga*.

Question 84

# Noun; Chinese /ˈjuː.ləʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of sculling oar used in Chinese boats. **Sample Sentence:** *The fisherman skillfully maneuvered the boat using a /ˈjuː.ləʊ/.*

Answer 84

yuloh ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The fisherman skillfully maneuvered the boat using a *yuloh*.

Question 85

# Noun; Italian /ˌzæbəlˈjoʊni/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A dessert made of whipped eggs, sugar, and wine. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˌzæbəlˈjoʊni/ was a delightful end to the meal.*

Answer 85

zabaglione ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *zabaglione* was a delightful end to the meal.

Question 86

# Noun; Nahuatl /zəˈkɑːteɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of wild grass found in Mexico and the southwestern United States. **Sample Sentence:** *The fields were covered in /zəˈkɑːteɪ/ after the rainy season.*

Answer 86

zacate ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The fields were covered in *zacate* after the rainy season.

Question 87

# Noun; Japanese /ˈzaɪˌbætsu/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A large Japanese business conglomerate. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈzaɪˌbætsu/ had interests in various industries.*

Answer 87

zaibatsu ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *zaibatsu* had interests in various industries.

Question 88

# Noun; Italian /zæmˈboʊni/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A machine used to resurface ice rinks. **Sample Sentence:** *The /zæmˈboʊni/ smoothed the ice before the hockey game.*

Answer 88

Zamboni ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *Zamboni* smoothed the ice before the hockey game.

Question 89

# Noun; Italian /ˈzɑːni/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A stock character in Italian commedia dell'arte, a comic servant. **Sample Sentence:** *The play featured a /ˈzɑːni/ who provided comic relief throughout the performance.*

Answer 89

Zanni ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The play featured a *Zanni* who provided comic relief throughout the performance.

Question 90

# Noun; Spanish /zæpəˈteɪədoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A Spanish dance characterized by rhythmic stamping of the feet. **Sample Sentence:** *The performers executed the /zæpəˈteɪədoʊ/ with impressive precision.*

Answer 90

zapateado ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The performers executed the *zapateado* with impressive precision.

Question 91

# Noun; Czech /ˈzdɑːrski ˌtɛnt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of tent designed by the Czech inventor Zdarsky, used in mountaineering. **Sample Sentence:** *The climbers used a /ˈzdɑːrski ˌtɛnt/ at the base camp.*

Answer 91

Zdarsky tent ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The climbers used a *Zdarsky tent* at the base camp.

Question 92

# Noun; German /ˈtsaɪtˌɡaɪst/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The defining spirit or mood of a particular period of history as shown by the ideas and beliefs of the time. **Sample Sentence:** *The novel captured the /ˈtsaɪtˌɡaɪst/ of the 1920s.*

Answer 92

zeitgeist ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The novel captured the *zeitgeist* of the 1920s.

Question 93

# Noun; Taíno /ˈzɛmi/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An object believed to have spiritual power or significance among the Taíno people. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈzɛmi/ was placed in a prominent position during the ceremony.*

Answer 93

zemi ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *zemi* was placed in a prominent position during the ceremony.

Question 94

# Noun; Italian /zɪˈmɒkə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of Mediterranean sponge. **Sample Sentence:** *The /zɪˈmɒkə/ was known for its softness and durability.*

Answer 94

zimocca ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *zimocca* was known for its softness and durability.

Question 95

# Noun; Spanish /ˈzəʊkəloʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A public square or plaza in Mexican cities. **Sample Sentence:** *The festival was held in the /ˈzəʊkəloʊ/.*

Answer 95

zocalo ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The festival was held in the *zocalo*.

Question 96

# Noun; Basque /zɔːrtˈsikoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A Basque dance in 5/8 time. **Sample Sentence:** *The traditional /zɔːrtˈsikoʊ/ was performed at the festival.*

Answer 96

zortzico ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The traditional *zortzico* was performed at the festival.

Question 97

# Noun; German /ˈtsuːktsvaŋ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A situation in chess where a player is forced to make a move that will weaken their position. **Sample Sentence:** *Her opponent's clever strategy put her in a /ˈtsuːktsvaŋ/, leaving her with no good moves.*

Answer 97

zugzwang ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Her opponent's clever strategy put her in a *zugzwang*, leaving her with no good moves.

Question 98

# Noun; French /ˈzaɪdɪkoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of music from Louisiana that combines elements of Cajun music, blues, and rhythm and blues. **Sample Sentence:** *The band played energetic /ˈzaɪdɪkoʊ/ music that got everyone dancing.*

Answer 98

zydeco ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The band played energetic *zydeco* music that got everyone dancing.

Question 99

# Noun; Greek /ˈzaɪmɜːrdʒi/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The branch of chemistry concerned with fermentation, as in brewing. **Sample Sentence:** *She studied /ˈzaɪmɜːrdʒi/ to become a master brewer.*

Answer 99

zymurgy ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She studied *zymurgy* to become a master brewer.

Question 100

# Noun; New Latin /ˈzaɪzəˌmɪs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A genus of rodents known as rock rats or Australian native mice. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈzaɪzəˌmɪs/ is adapted to arid environments in Australia.*

Answer 100

Zyzomys ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *Zyzomys* is adapted to arid environments in Australia.