Set 2: Ant-Bun for Spelling Bee Level 3

Noun; Latin

/ˈæntiˌtʃeɪmbər/

Definition: A small room leading to a main one.

Sample Sentence: Guests waited in the /ˈæntiˌtʃeɪmbər/ before being called into the main hall.

antechamber

Sample Sentence: Guests waited in the antechamber before being called into the main hall.

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Noun; Latin

/ænˈtiːnətəs/

Definition: An ancestor.

Sample Sentence: The family tree included names of each /ænˈtiːnətəs/.

antenatus

Sample Sentence: The family tree included names of each antenatus.

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Proper Noun; Spanish

/ænˈtiːɡwə/

Definition: An island in the Caribbean, part of the country Antigua and Barbuda.

Sample Sentence: They planned a vacation to /ænˈtiːɡwə/ to enjoy the tropical beaches.

Antigua

Sample Sentence: They planned a vacation to Antigua to enjoy the tropical beaches.

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Noun; Greek

/ˈæntɪˌmoʊni/

Definition: A chemical element with the symbol Sb and atomic number 51, used in alloys and semiconductors.

Sample Sentence: /ˈæntɪˌmoʊni/ is added to lead to improve its hardness.

antimony

Sample Sentence: Antimony is added to lead to improve its hardness.

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Noun; Latin

/ænˈtɪkwɪti/

Definition: The ancient past, especially the period before the Middle Ages.

Sample Sentence: The artifacts were dated back to /ænˈtɪkwɪti/.

antiquity

Sample Sentence: The artifacts were dated back to antiquity.

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Noun; Greek

/ˈæntənɪmz/

Definition: Words that have opposite meanings.

Sample Sentence: Hot and cold are examples of /ˈæntənɪmz/.

antonyms

Sample Sentence: Hot and cold are examples of antonyms.

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Noun; Sanskrit

/ˈæpəˌbræmsə/

Definition: A stage in the evolution of a language, especially referring to Middle Indo-Aryan languages.

Sample Sentence: The study of /ˈæpəˌbræmsə/ is crucial to understanding the development of modern Indo-Aryan languages.

Apabhramsa

Sample Sentence: The study of Apabhramsa is crucial to understanding the development of modern Indo-Aryan languages.

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Noun; Polynesian

/ˈeɪpeɪˌeɪpeɪ/

Definition: A type of plant or its fruit, native to Polynesia.

Sample Sentence: The locals harvested the /ˈeɪpeɪˌeɪpeɪ/ for its nutritious fruit.

ape-ape

Sample Sentence: The locals harvested the ape-ape for its nutritious fruit.

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Noun; French

/ˌæpɛrˈsuː/

Definition: A brief glimpse or insight.

Sample Sentence: Her presentation provided an /ˌæpɛrˈsuː/ into the complex topic.

aperçu

Sample Sentence: Her presentation provided an aperçu into the complex topic.

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Noun; Greek

/əˈfeɪʒə/

Definition: Loss of ability to understand or express speech, caused by brain damage.

Sample Sentence: After the stroke, he struggled with /əˈfeɪʒə/ and needed speech therapy.

aphasia

Sample Sentence: After the stroke, he struggled with aphasia and needed speech therapy.

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Noun; Scientific Latin

/ˌæpɪstəˈɡræmə/

Definition: A genus of cichlid fish native to South America.

Sample Sentence: The /ˌæpɪstəˈɡræmə/ is known for its vibrant colors and small size.

Apistogramma

Sample Sentence: The Apistogramma is known for its vibrant colors and small size.

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Adjective; Greek

/əˈpɑːkrɪfəl/

Definition: Of doubtful authenticity, although widely circulated as being true.

Sample Sentence: The story about the ghost in the old house is probably /əˈpɑːkrɪfəl/.

apocryphal

Sample Sentence: The story about the ghost in the old house is probably apocryphal.

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Noun; Greek

/əˈpɒfɪdʒi/

Definition: A small, outward curve at the top or bottom of a column.

Sample Sentence: The /əˈpɒfɪdʒi/ added an elegant touch to the classical columns.

apophyge

Sample Sentence: The apophyge added an elegant touch to the classical columns.

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Noun; Latin

/æpəˈstɒlɪsi/

Definition: Members of an early Christian community emphasizing apostolic teachings.

Sample Sentence: The /æpəˈstɒlɪsi/ were known for their strict adherence to early Christian doctrines.

Apostolici

Sample Sentence: The Apostolici were known for their strict adherence to early Christian doctrines.

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Noun; American Spanish

/ˌæpəˈluːsə/

Definition: A horse breed known for its colorful spotted coat pattern.

Sample Sentence: The rancher proudly displayed his /ˌæpəˈluːsə/ in the local horse show.

Appaloosa

Sample Sentence: The rancher proudly displayed his Appaloosa in the local horse show.

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Noun; Old French

/əˈpiːzmənt/

Definition: The action or process of appeasing.

Sample Sentence: The policy of /əˈpiːzmənt/ was criticized for its ineffectiveness.

appeasement

Sample Sentence: The policy of appeasement was criticized for its ineffectiveness.

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Noun; Latin

/əˈpɛndɪdʒɪz/

Definition: A projecting part of an organism with a distinct function.

Sample Sentence: The insect’s /əˈpɛndɪdʒɪz/ were clearly visible under the microscope.

appendages

Sample Sentence: The insect’s appendages were clearly visible under the microscope.

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Noun; Italian

/æpɛˈtiːtoʊst/

Definition: A small appetizer or snack.

Sample Sentence: The chef prepared a delicious /æpɛˈtiːtoʊst/ before the main course.

appetitost

Sample Sentence: The chef prepared a delicious appetitost before the main course.

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Adverb; French

/ˈæpreɪ/

Definition: After, in contexts such as après-ski, meaning the social activities and entertainment following a day of skiing.

Sample Sentence: They enjoyed a cozy evening at the lodge /ˈæpreɪ/ their day on the slopes.

après

Sample Sentence: They enjoyed a cozy evening at the lodge après their day on the slopes.

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Noun; Latin

/ˈæptɪˌtud/

Definition: A natural ability to do something.

Sample Sentence: His /ˈæptɪˌtud/ for mathematics was evident from a young age.

aptitude

Sample Sentence: His aptitude for mathematics was evident from a young age.

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Proper Noun; Latin

/ˌækɪˈteɪn/

Definition: A historical region in southwestern France.

Sample Sentence: The history of /ˌækɪˈteɪn/ is rich with tales of medieval battles.

Aquitaine

Sample Sentence: The history of Aquitaine is rich with tales of medieval battles.

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Adjective; Latin

/ˈærəbl/

Definition: Suitable for growing crops.

Sample Sentence: The farmer was pleased to find that the land was /ˈærəbl/ for wheat cultivation.

arable

Sample Sentence: The farmer was pleased to find that the land was arable for wheat cultivation.

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Noun; Semitic

/ˌærəˈmeɪɪk/

Definition: A language originally spoken by Aramaeans, now a liturgical language of certain Christian and Jewish communities.

Sample Sentence: He studied /ˌærəˈmeɪɪk/ as part of his religious education.

Aramaic

Sample Sentence: He studied Aramaic as part of his religious education.

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Noun; Prakrit

/ˌɑːrdəˈmɑːɡədʰi/

Definition: An ancient language of India, a Prakrit language.

Sample Sentence: The ancient texts were written in /ˌɑːrdəˈmɑːɡədʰi/.

Ardhamagadhi

Sample Sentence: The ancient texts were written in Ardhamagadhi.

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# Noun; Scientific Latin /ˌɑːrdɪˈpɪθəkəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An extinct genus of early hominids. **Sample Sentence:** *The fossil remains of /ˌɑːrdɪˈpɪθəkəs/ were discovered in Ethiopia.*

Ardipithecus ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The fossil remains of *Ardipithecus* were discovered in Ethiopia.

# Noun; French /ɑːrˈdwɑːz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of grayish-blue slate. **Sample Sentence:** *The roof was covered with /ɑːrˈdwɑːz/ tiles.*

ardoise ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The roof was covered with *ardoise* tiles.

# Adjective; Latin /ˌɛɹəˈneɪʃəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Resembling or containing sand; sandy. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˌɛɹəˈneɪʃəs/ soil was perfect for growing cacti.*

arenaceous ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *arenaceous* soil was perfect for growing cacti.

# Noun; Greek /ˌærɪˈtælədʒi/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A narrative or account of the virtues of a person, especially as a form of praise. **Sample Sentence:** *The historian's /ˌærɪˈtælədʒi/ of the king highlighted his benevolence.*

aretalogy ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The historian's *aretalogy* of the king highlighted his benevolence.

# Noun; French /ˈɑːrɡoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The jargon or slang of a particular group or class. **Sample Sentence:** The film was filled with /ˈɑːrɡoʊ/ that was hard for outsiders to follow.

argot ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The film was filled with *argot* that was hard for outsiders to follow.

# Noun; Greek /ˈærɪstɔɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The best or most noble members of a society. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈærɪstɔɪ/ were admired for their wisdom and leadership.*

aristoi ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *aristoi* were admired for their wisdom and leadership.

# Adjective; Latin /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Made or produced by human beings rather than occurring naturally. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəl/ flowers looked surprisingly real.*

artificial ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *artificial* flowers looked surprisingly real.

# Noun; Arabic /æs ˈnæs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A card game originating from the Middle East, considered a precursor to poker. **Sample Sentence:** *The travelers enjoyed a game of /æs ˈnæs/ around the campfire.*

as nas ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The travelers enjoyed a game of *as nas* around the campfire.

# Noun; Greek /əˈsaɪtiːz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, causing abdominal swelling. **Sample Sentence:** *The patient was diagnosed with /əˈsaɪtiːz/.*

ascites ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The patient was diagnosed with *ascites*.

# Noun; Latin /æspɪˈdɪstrə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A genus of flowering plants in the family Asparagaceae. **Sample Sentence:** *The /æspɪˈdɪstrə/ is often used as a hardy houseplant.*

aspidistra ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *aspidistra* is often used as a hardy houseplant.

# Noun; German /ˈæsprɪn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A medicine used to relieve mild or chronic pain and to reduce fever and inflammation. **Sample Sentence:** *She took an /ˈæsprɪn/ to alleviate her headache.*

aspirin ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She took an *aspirin* to alleviate her headache.

# Proper noun; Assamese /ˈæsæm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A state in northeastern India known for its tea plantations. **Sample Sentence:** */ˈæsæm/ is famous for producing some of the world's finest teas.*

Assam ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** *Assam* is famous for producing some of the world's finest teas.

# Noun; Latin /əˈsaɪzɪz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Periodic court sessions formerly held in each county of England to administer civil and criminal law. **Sample Sentence:** *The judge presided over the /əˈsaɪzɪz/ with fairness.*

assizes ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The judge presided over the *assizes* with fairness.

# Noun; Greek /ˌæstəˈzænθɪn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A red pigment found in algae and seafood, used as a dietary supplement. **Sample Sentence:** *The supplement contained /ˌæstəˈzænθɪn/ for its antioxidant properties.*

astaxanthin ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The supplement contained *astaxanthin* for its antioxidant properties.

# Noun; Greek /əˈstɪə.ri.ən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A point on the skull where several sutures meet. **Sample Sentence:** *The archaeologist noted the prominent /əˈstɪə.ri.ən/ on the ancient skull.*

asterion ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The archaeologist noted the prominent *asterion* on the ancient skull.

# Noun; Greek /æˈstɪlbi/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A genus of plants known for their attractive, feathery flowers. **Sample Sentence:** *The garden's /æˈstɪlbi/ bloomed beautifully in the spring.*

astilbe ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The garden's *astilbe* bloomed beautifully in the spring.

# Noun; Sanskrit /ˈæsʊɹə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A member of a class of divine beings in the Hindu tradition, often considered demons. **Sample Sentence:** *The epic tells of a battle between gods and /ˈæsʊɹə/.*

Asura ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The epic tells of a battle between gods and *Asura*.

# Noun; Greek /əˈsaɪli/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A person who is seeking or has been granted political asylum. **Sample Sentence:** *The /əˈsaɪli/ was grateful for the safety provided in their new country.*

asylee ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *asylee* was grateful for the safety provided in their new country.

# Noun; Nahuatl /ˈætˌlætəl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A tool used by early peoples to throw a spear or dart. **Sample Sentence:** *The hunter used an /ˈætˌlætəl/ to increase his spear's range.*

atlatl ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The hunter used an *atlatl* to increase his spear's range.

# Adverb; Italian /əˈtækə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A musical term indicating that the next section should be played immediately and without pause. **Sample Sentence:** *The orchestra moved /əˈtækə/ into the final movement.*

attacca ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The orchestra moved *attacca* into the final movement.

# Noun; Old French /əˈtɜrni/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A person appointed to act for another in legal matters. **Sample Sentence:** *She hired an /əˈtɜrni/ to represent her in court.*

attorney ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She hired an *attorney* to represent her in court.

# Adjective; French /oʊ ˈbluː/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A French cooking term meaning to poach meat or fish in a court-bouillon. **Sample Sentence:** *The chef prepared the trout /oʊ ˈbluː/ for the evening's special.*

au bleu ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The chef prepared the trout *au bleu* for the evening's special.

# Adjective; French /oʊ ˈʒuː/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Served in the natural juices from cooking. **Sample Sentence:** *The roast was served /oʊ ˈʒuː/, enhancing its flavor.*

au jus ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The roast was served *au jus*, enhancing its flavor.

# Noun; Greek /ˈɔrə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A distinctive atmosphere or quality that seems to surround and be generated by a person, thing, or place. **Sample Sentence:** *The old library had an /ˈɔrə/ of mystery and knowledge.*

aura ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The old library had an *aura* of mystery and knowledge.

# Noun; Greek /ˈɔːtɪzəm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A developmental disorder characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication. **Sample Sentence:** *The support group provided resources for families affected by /ˈɔːtɪzəm/.*

autism ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The support group provided resources for families affected by *autism*.

# Noun; Latin /ˈeɪvənz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A plant of the genus Geum, often found in temperate regions. **Sample Sentence:** *The bright yellow flowers of /ˈeɪvənz/ added a splash of color to the meadow.*

avens ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The bright yellow flowers of *avens* added a splash of color to the meadow.

# Noun; Greek /ævgəˈlemənoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A Greek soup or sauce made with eggs, lemon juice, and broth. **Sample Sentence:** *The restaurant's specialty was /ævgəˈlemənoʊ/ soup.*

avgolemono ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The restaurant's specialty was *avgolemono* soup.

# Noun; Portuguese /ˈeɪzɔːrz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A group of volcanic islands in the North Atlantic Ocean belonging to Portugal. **Sample Sentence:** *They planned a vacation to the /ˈeɪzɔːrz/.*

Azores ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** They planned a vacation to the *Azores*.

# Noun; Spanish /ˌæzoʊˈteɪə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A flat roof or terrace. **Sample Sentence:** *They enjoyed the sunset from the /ˌæzoʊˈteɪə/ of their house.*

azotea ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** They enjoyed the sunset from the *azotea* of their house.

# Noun; Spanish /ˈæzjʊˌleɪhoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A glazed ceramic tile, originally from Spain or Portugal. **Sample Sentence:** The kitchen backsplash was beautifully decorated with /ˈæzjʊˌleɪhoʊ/ tiles.

azulejo ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The kitchen backsplash was beautifully decorated with *azulejo* tiles.

# Adjective; Latin /ˈbækət/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Resembling or bearing berries. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈbækət/ plant was popular for its decorative appearance.*

baccate ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *baccate* plant was popular for its decorative appearance.

# Noun; Unknown Origin /ˈbæɡwɪn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A mythical creature, often depicted as a hybrid of a goat and a dragon. **Sample Sentence:** *The tapestry showed a /ˈbæɡwɪn/ guarding a treasure.*

bagwyn ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The tapestry showed a *bagwyn* guarding a treasure.

# Noun; Arabic /bɑːr/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A unit of pressure equivalent to 100,000 pascals. **Sample Sentence:** *The pressure gauge read two /bɑːr/.*

bahr ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The pressure gauge read two *bahr*.

# Noun; English /ˈbeɪlɪˌwɪk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** One's sphere of operations or particular area of interest. **Sample Sentence:** Marketing is not my /ˈbeɪlɪˌwɪk/, but I can help with the financial analysis.

bailiwick ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Marketing is not my *bailiwick*, but I can help with the financial analysis.

# Noun; Portuguese /bəˈlɑːtə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of rubber obtained from the latex of certain tropical trees. **Sample Sentence:** *The factory specialized in processing /bəˈlɑːtə/ for various industrial uses.*

balata ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The factory specialized in processing *balata* for various industrial uses.

# Noun; Irish /bælˈbrɪɡən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of cotton fabric typically used for underwear. **Sample Sentence:** *The comfortable /bælˈbrɪɡən/ was chosen for the new line of sleepwear.*

balbriggan ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The comfortable *balbriggan* was chosen for the new line of sleepwear.

# Noun; Middle English /bəˈliːn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A filter-feeding system inside the mouths of baleen whales. **Sample Sentence:** *The blue whale's /bəˈliːn/ is used to sieve small creatures from the water.*

baleen ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The blue whale's *baleen* is used to sieve small creatures from the water.

# Noun; Italian /balˈlaː.bi.le/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A dance for several people with a lively rhythm. **Sample Sentence:** *The festival included a traditional /bəˈlæbɪleɪ/ that everyone enjoyed.*

ballabile ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The festival included a traditional *ballabile* that everyone enjoyed.

# Noun; Italian /ˈbælɪstər/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A short pillar or column, typically decorative, in a series supporting a rail or coping. **Sample Sentence:** *The staircase was lined with elegant /ˈbælɪstərs/.*

baluster ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The staircase was lined with elegant *balusters*.

# Noun; Vietnamese /bæn mi/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A Vietnamese sandwich made with a baguette and various fillings. **Sample Sentence:** *She enjoyed a /bæn mi/ filled with pork and pickled vegetables for lunch.*

banh mi ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She enjoyed a *banh mi* filled with pork and pickled vegetables for lunch.

# Noun; English /ˈbænɪʃmənt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The act of expelling someone from a community or group. **Sample Sentence:** *His /ˈbænɪʃmənt/ from the kingdom was a consequence of his betrayal.*

banishment ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** His *banishment* from the kingdom was a consequence of his betrayal.

# Noun; Arabic /ˈbɑːrbɪkən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An outer defense of a castle or walled city, especially a double tower above a gate or drawbridge. **Sample Sentence:** *The ancient /ˈbɑːrbɪkən/ still stands guarding the entrance to the city.*

barbican ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The ancient *barbican* still stands guarding the entrance to the city.

# Noun; Italian /bəˈrɪstə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A person who serves in a coffee bar. **Sample Sentence:** *The /bəˈrɪstə/ prepared my favorite latte with a smile.*

barista ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *barista* prepared my favorite latte with a smile.

# Adjective; American English /bɑːrnjuˈmɛsk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Characteristic of or resembling P.T. Barnum, especially in being flamboyant or sensational. **Sample Sentence:** *The show had a /bɑːrnjuˈmɛsk/ quality that captivated the audience.*

Barnumesque ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The show had a *Barnumesque* quality that captivated the audience.

# Adjective; English /ˈbærən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Too poor to produce much or any vegetation. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈbærən/ landscape stretched for miles, devoid of life.*

barren ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *barren* landscape stretched for miles, devoid of life.

# Adjective; English /bɑːrˈtɔːkiən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Of or relating to the music or style of Béla Bartók, a Hungarian composer. **Sample Sentence:** *The composition had a distinctively /bɑːrˈtɔːkiən/ influence, reminiscent of Bartók's works.*

Bartókian ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The composition had a distinctively *Bartókian* influence, reminiscent of Bartók's works.

# Noun; Greek /ˌbɛəriˈlæmbdə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An extinct genus of large, herbivorous mammals. **Sample Sentence:** *The bones of a /ˌbɛəriˈlæmbdə/ were uncovered in the fossil site.*

Barylambda ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The bones of a *Barylambda* were uncovered in the fossil site.

# Noun; French /bɑːrɪˈliːf/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A kind of sculpture in which shapes are carved so that they are only slightly higher than the flat background. **Sample Sentence:** *The ancient /bɑːrɪˈliːf/ depicted a scene of battle.*

bas-relief ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The ancient *bas-relief* depicted a scene of battle.

# Noun; Spanish /ˈbætəˌmoʊt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A bushy shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, often used in traditional medicine. **Sample Sentence:** */ˈbætəˌmoʊt/ is used by local healers for its purported medicinal properties.*

batamote ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** *Batamote* is used by local healers for its purported medicinal properties.

# Noun; Greek /ˈbeɪθɒs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An abrupt transition from a lofty style or grand topic to a common or vulgar one. **Sample Sentence:** *The poet's attempt at grandeur ended in /ˈbeɪθɒs/.*

bathos ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The poet's attempt at grandeur ended in *bathos*.

# Noun; French /bæˈtuː/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A mass shooting of game. **Sample Sentence:** *The hunters organized a /bæˈtuː/ to gather food for the winter.*

battue ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The hunters organized a *battue* to gather food for the winter.

# Proper Noun; Greek /ˈbɔːsɪs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** In Greek mythology, Baucis was a pious peasant woman who, with her husband Philemon, was rewarded by Zeus for their hospitality. **Sample Sentence:** *According to the myth, /ˈbɔːsɪs/ and her husband were transformed into trees as a reward for their kindness.*

Baucis ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** According to the myth, *Baucis* and her husband were transformed into trees as a reward for their kindness.

# Noun; French /ˈbɔːksaɪt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An ore of aluminum, consisting mainly of hydrated alumina. **Sample Sentence:** The region is rich in /ˈbɔːksaɪt/, which is essential for aluminum production.

bauxite ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The region is rich in *bauxite*, which is essential for aluminum production.

# Noun; French /boʊˈsɛrɒn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A large herding dog breed from France. **Sample Sentence:** *The /boʊˈsɛrɒn/ was known for its intelligence and strength.*

Beauceron ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *Beauceron* was known for its intelligence and strength.

# Noun; Italian /ˌbɛkəˈfiːkoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A small bird, specifically a figpecker, traditionally considered a delicacy in Italy. **Sample Sentence:** *The restaurant featured /ˌbɛkəˈfiːkoʊ/ on its gourmet menu.*

beccafico ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The restaurant featured *beccafico* on its gourmet menu.

# Noun; French /bɛkəˈrɛl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A unit of radioactivity in the International System of Units. **Sample Sentence:** The scientist measured the radioactivity using a /bɛkəˈrɛl/ meter.

becquerel ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The scientist measured the radioactivity using a *becquerel* meter.

# Noun; Latin /ˈbɛnɪsən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A blessing or benediction. **Sample Sentence:** *The priest offered a /ˈbɛnɪsən/ to the congregation.*

benison ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The priest offered a *benison* to the congregation.

# Noun; French /bɜːr/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of butter. **Sample Sentence:** *The chef added /bɜːr/ to the sauce to enhance its flavor.*

beurre ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The chef added *beurre* to the sauce to enhance its flavor.

# Noun; Yiddish /ˈbaɪ.li/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of bread roll. **Sample Sentence:** *She had a freshly baked /ˈbaɪ.li/ for breakfast.*

bialy ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She had a freshly baked *bialy* for breakfast.

# Noun; French /ˈbiːbəˌloʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A small decorative object or trinket. **Sample Sentence:** Her shelves were filled with various /ˈbiːbəˌloʊ/ collected from her travels.

bibelot ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Her shelves were filled with various *bibelot* collected from her travels.

# Noun; Greek /bɪbliəfaɪl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A person who collects or has a great love of books. **Sample Sentence:** *The /bɪbliəfaɪl/ spent hours in the bookshop, searching for rare editions.*

bibliophile ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *bibliophile* spent hours in the bookshop, searching for rare editions.

# Noun; Middle English /bɪldʒ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The area on a ship where the bottom curves to meet the vertical sides. **Sample Sentence:** *The sailor checked the /bɪldʒ/ for any signs of leakage.*

bilge ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The sailor checked the *bilge* for any signs of leakage.

# Noun; Malay /bɪnˈtʊrɒŋ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A large Asian civet with a prehensile tail, also known as a bearcat. **Sample Sentence:** *The zoo recently acquired a /bɪnˈtʊrɒŋ/ from Southeast Asia.*

binturong ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The zoo recently acquired a *binturong* from Southeast Asia.

# Noun; Arabic /bɪsmɪˈlɑː/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A phrase in Arabic meaning "In the name of Allah," often used by Muslims before starting any task. **Sample Sentence:** Before starting his meal, Ahmed whispered /bɪsmɪˈlɑː/ as a blessing.

bismillah ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Before starting his meal, Ahmed whispered *bismillah* as a blessing.

# Noun; English /ˈblæðərˌskaɪt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A person who talks at great length without making much sense. **Sample Sentence:** *His speech was dismissed as the ramblings of a /ˈblæðərˌskaɪt/.*

blatherskite ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** His speech was dismissed as the ramblings of a *blatherskite*.

# Noun; Chinese /ˈboʊbə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of bubble tea containing chewy tapioca balls. **Sample Sentence:** *She ordered a /ˈboʊbə/ tea with extra tapioca pearls.*

boba ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She ordered a *boba* tea with extra tapioca pearls.

# Noun; English /ˈbɒbəlɪŋk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A North American songbird with a distinctive song. **Sample Sentence:** *In the spring, the fields were alive with the sound of the /ˈbɒbəlɪŋk/.*

bobolink ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** In the spring, the fields were alive with the sound of the *bobolink*.

# Noun; French /buˈfɑːnt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A style of hairdo characterized by high volume, often achieved through backcombing. **Sample Sentence:** *Her /buˈfɑːnt/ hairstyle was the talk of the party.*

bouffant ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Her *bouffant* hairstyle was the talk of the party.

# Noun; French /ˈbuːljɒn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A clear, seasoned broth. **Sample Sentence:** For dinner, she prepared a delicate /ˈbuːljɒn/ to accompany the main dish.

bouillon ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** For dinner, she prepared a delicate *bouillon* to accompany the main dish.

# Noun; French /ˈbʊərʒwɑː/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A member of the middle class, typically with reference to its perceived materialistic values. **Sample Sentence:** His /ˈbʊərʒwɑː/ lifestyle was evident in his choice of car and clothing.

bourgeois ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** His *bourgeois* lifestyle was evident in his choice of car and clothing.

# Noun; Italian /bɒˈzɛtoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A small rough sketch or model used by an artist. **Sample Sentence:** *The sculptor presented a /bɒˈzɛtoʊ/ to the patrons.*

bozzetto ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The sculptor presented a *bozzetto* to the patrons.

# Noun; Spanish /ˈbruːhɑː/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A witch in Spanish-speaking cultures. **Sample Sentence:** *The villagers feared the /ˈbruːhɑː/ who lived in the forest.*

bruja ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The villagers feared the *bruja* who lived in the forest.

# Adjective; Latin /ˈbʌkəl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Relating to the cheek or mouth. **Sample Sentence:** *The dentist examined the /ˈbʌkəl/ cavity carefully.*

buccal ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The dentist examined the *buccal* cavity carefully.

# Noun; French /ˈbʌkəniːr/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A pirate, originally of the Caribbean. **Sample Sentence:** *The legend of the /ˈbʌkəniːr/ inspired many tales of adventure on the high seas.*

buccaneer ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The legend of the *buccaneer* inspired many tales of adventure on the high seas.

# Noun; German /ˈbʌnsən ˌbɜrnər/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A small adjustable gas burner used in laboratories. **Sample Sentence:** *The chemistry student lit the /ˈbʌnsən ˌbɜrnər/ for the experiment.*

Bunsen burner ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The chemistry student lit the *Bunsen burner* for the experiment.

# Adjective; English /ˌbʌnjəˈnɛsk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Resembling or characteristic of the folk hero Paul Bunyan, often implying something of enormous size or strength. **Sample Sentence:** *The new skyscraper had a /ˌbʌnjəˈnɛsk/ presence on the skyline.*

Bunyanesque ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The new skyscraper had a *Bunyanesque* presence on the skyline.

Set 2: Ant-Bun Flashcards

Expand your spelling skills with words from Ant to Bun, featuring pronunciations, definitions, and sample sentences to boost your confidence. (100 cards)