Set 3: Bru-Cre

Question 1

Noun; Spanish

/ˈbruːhɑː/

Definition: A witch or sorceress.

Sample Sentence: The legend spoke of a /ˈbruːhɑː/ who lived at the edge of the village.

Answer 1

bruja

Sample Sentence: The legend spoke of a bruja who lived at the edge of the village.

Question 2

Noun; Italian

/bruˈʃɛtə/

Definition: An Italian appetizer consisting of grilled bread topped with tomatoes, olive oil, and other ingredients.

Sample Sentence: They served /bruˈʃɛtə/ as a starter at the dinner party.

Answer 2

bruschetta

Sample Sentence: They served bruschetta as a starter at the dinner party.

Question 3

Noun; English

/ˈbrʌksɪzəm/

Definition: The involuntary or habitual grinding of the teeth, typically during sleep.

Sample Sentence: The dentist noticed signs of /ˈbrʌksɪzəm/ on the patient’s teeth.

Answer 3

bruxism

Sample Sentence: The dentist noticed signs of bruxism on the patient’s teeth.

Question 4

Adjective; English

/bjuːˈbɒnɪk/

Definition: Relating to or characterized by swollen lymph nodes.

Sample Sentence: The /bjuːˈbɒnɪk/ plague was a devastating pandemic in the Middle Ages.

Answer 4

bubonic

Sample Sentence: The bubonic plague was a devastating pandemic in the Middle Ages.

Question 5

Noun; Italian

/ˌbjukəˈtiːni/

Definition: A type of pasta similar to thick spaghetti with a hole running through the center.

Sample Sentence: The chef prepared a delicious dish using /ˌbjukəˈtiːni/ and fresh tomatoes.

Answer 5

bucatini

Sample Sentence: The chef prepared a delicious dish using bucatini and fresh tomatoes.

Question 6

Noun; English

/ˈbʌkaɪ/

Definition: A tree of the horse chestnut family with showy red flowers; also refers to the nut of this tree.

Sample Sentence: The /ˈbʌkaɪ/ tree was in full bloom during spring.

Answer 6

buckeye

Sample Sentence: The buckeye tree was in full bloom during spring.

Question 7

Noun; French

/ˈbʌfeɪ/

Definition: A meal laid out on a table or sideboard so that guests may serve themselves.

Sample Sentence: The hotel offered a lavish /ˈbʌfeɪ/ for breakfast.

Answer 7

buffet

Sample Sentence: The hotel offered a lavish buffet for breakfast.

Question 8

Adjective; Middle English

/ˈbʌlbəs/

Definition: Having a rounded or swollen shape.

Sample Sentence: The plant’s /ˈbʌlbəs/ roots were easy to spot.

Answer 8

bulbous

Sample Sentence: The plant’s bulbous roots were easy to spot.

Question 9

Noun; Turkish

/ˈbʊlɡər/

Definition: A cereal food made from whole wheat partially boiled then dried.

Sample Sentence: The recipe called for a cup of /ˈbʊlɡər/ as the main ingredient.

Answer 9

bulgur

Sample Sentence: The recipe called for a cup of bulgur as the main ingredient.

Question 10

Noun; Middle English

/ˈbʊlwɜrk/

Definition: A defensive wall or other reinforcement built to strengthen a place against attack.

Sample Sentence: The castle’s /ˈbʊlwɜrk/ stood strong against the invaders.

Answer 10

bulwark

Sample Sentence: The castle’s bulwark stood strong against the invaders.

Question 11

Adjective; English

/ˈbʌmpʃəs/

Definition: Self-assertive or proud to an irritating degree.

Sample Sentence: His /ˈbʌmpʃəs/ attitude often got him in trouble.

Answer 11

bumptious

Sample Sentence: His bumptious attitude often got him in trouble.

Question 12

Noun; German

/bʌnt/

Definition: A type of cake that is baked in a distinctive ring-shaped pan.

Sample Sentence: She baked a delicious /bʌnt/ cake for the party.

Answer 12

Bundt

Sample Sentence: She baked a delicious Bundt cake for the party.

Question 13

Noun; Middle English

/ˈbʌnjənz/

Definition: A painful swelling on the first joint of the big toe.

Sample Sentence: Her /ˈbʌnjənz/ made walking long distances uncomfortable.

Answer 13

bunions

Sample Sentence: Her bunions made walking long distances uncomfortable.

Question 14

Noun; Latin

/ˈbɔɪənsi/

Definition: The ability or tendency of something to float in water or other fluids.

Sample Sentence: The life jacket provided enough /ˈbɔɪənsi/ to keep him afloat.

Answer 14

buoyancy

Sample Sentence: The life jacket provided enough buoyancy to keep him afloat.

Question 15

Noun; French

/ˈbjʊərəʊ/

Definition: An office or department for transacting particular business.

Sample Sentence: He went to the /ˈbjʊərəʊ/ to file the necessary paperwork.

Answer 15

bureau

Sample Sentence: He went to the bureau to file the necessary paperwork.

Question 16

Noun; English

/bɜːˈɡuː/

Definition: A thick stew, typically made with vegetables and meat.

Sample Sentence: They served /bɜːˈɡuː/ at the community gathering.

Answer 16

burgoo

Sample Sentence: They served burgoo at the community gathering.

Question 17

Noun; Spanish

/ˈbʊroʊ/

Definition: A small donkey used as a pack animal.

Sample Sentence: The /ˈbʊroʊ/ carried supplies up the mountain.

Answer 17

burro

Sample Sentence: The burro carried supplies up the mountain.

Question 18

Noun; Latin

/ˈbɜːsəri/

Definition: A scholarship to attend a college or university.

Sample Sentence: She was awarded a /ˈbɜːsəri/ for her academic achievements.

Answer 18

bursary

Sample Sentence: She was awarded a bursary for her academic achievements.

Question 19

Noun; Nahuatl

/kəˈkaʊ/

Definition: Seeds from which cocoa and chocolate are made.

Sample Sentence: The farmers harvested the /kəˈkaʊ/ beans in the fall.

Answer 19

cacao

Sample Sentence: The farmers harvested the cacao beans in the fall.

Question 20

Noun; Greek

/kəˈkɒfəni/

Definition: A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.

Sample Sentence: The orchestra started with a /kəˈkɒfəni/ that startled the audience.

Answer 20

cacophony

Sample Sentence: The orchestra started with a cacophony that startled the audience.

Question 21

Noun; Latin

/ˈkeɪdəns/

Definition: A rhythmic flow of a sequence of sounds or words.

Sample Sentence: The poem’s /ˈkeɪdəns/ captivated the audience with its musical quality.

Answer 21

cadence

Sample Sentence: The poem’s cadence captivated the audience with its musical quality.

Question 22

Verb; Middle English

/kædʒ/

Definition: To persuade someone to give or do something through coaxing or persistent persuasion.

Sample Sentence: He managed to /kædʒ/ a ride to the airport.

Answer 22

cadge

Sample Sentence: He managed to cadge a ride to the airport.

Question 23

Noun; Latin

/kəˈdjuːsɪti/

Definition: The quality of being perishable or transitory.

Sample Sentence: The philosopher pondered the /kəˈdjuːsɪti/ of human life.

Answer 23

caducity

Sample Sentence: The philosopher pondered the caducity of human life.

Question 24

Noun; Turkish

/ˈkæftæn/

Definition: A long, flowing garment with wide sleeves, worn in the Middle East.

Sample Sentence: She wore a colorful /ˈkæftæn/ at the cultural festival.

Answer 24

caftan

Sample Sentence: She wore a colorful caftan at the cultural festival.

Question 25

# Verb; Latin /ˈkælsɪˌfaɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To become hard or bony by the deposition of calcium salts. **Sample Sentence:** Over time, the tissue began to /ˈkælsɪˌfaɪ/ and become rigid.

Answer 25

calcify ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Over time, the tissue began to calcify and become rigid.

Question 26

# Noun; Latin /ˈkælkjʊleɪtə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An electronic device for performing mathematical calculations. **Sample Sentence:** *She used a /ˈkælkjʊleɪtə/ to check her math homework.*

Answer 26

calculator ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She used a *calculator* to check her math homework.

Question 27

# Verb; Latin /ˈkælɪbreɪt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To adjust or mark a measuring instrument so that it can be used accurately. **Sample Sentence:** *The technician needed to /ˈkælɪbreɪt/ the equipment before use.*

Answer 27

calibrate ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The technician needed to calibrate the equipment before use.

Question 28

# Adjective; Old English /ˈkæloʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Inexperienced and immature. **Sample Sentence:** The intern was /ˈkæloʊ/ but eager to learn.

Answer 28

callow ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The intern was callow but eager to learn.

Question 29

# Noun; French /ˈkæl.juˌmɛt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A ceremonial pipe used by some Native American peoples. **Sample Sentence:** *The peace treaty was sealed with the passing of a /ˈkæl.juˌmɛt/.*

Answer 29

calumet ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The peace treaty was sealed with the passing of a *calumet*.

Question 30

# Noun; Greek /kəˈlɪpsəʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A style of Caribbean music that originated in Trinidad and Tobago. **Sample Sentence:** *The band played lively /kəˈlɪpsəʊ/ music at the festival.*

Answer 30

calypso ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The band played lively *calypso* music at the festival.

Question 31

# Noun; Italian /ˈkeɪmɪst/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An artist or artisan who creates cameos or a person who collects them. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈkeɪmɪst/ crafted beautiful pieces of wearable art.*

Answer 31

cameist ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *cameist* crafted beautiful pieces of wearable art.

Question 32

# Noun; Latin /kæmpəˈnɒlədʒi/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The study or art of bell ringing. **Sample Sentence:** *He took a course in /kæmpəˈnɒlədʒi/ to learn more about bell ringing.*

Answer 32

campanology ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He took a course in *campanology* to learn more about bell ringing.

Question 33

# Noun; Latin /ˌkændəˈlɑːbrə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A large branched candlestick or holder for several candles or lamps. **Sample Sentence:** *The ornate /ˌkændəˈlɑːbrə/ adorned the dining table.*

Answer 33

candelabra ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The ornate *candelabra* adorned the dining table.

Question 34

# Noun; Latin /kændəˈlæbrəm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A large branched candlestick or holder for several candles or lamps. **Sample Sentence:** *The room was lit by a grand /kændəˈlæbrəm/.*

Answer 34

candelabrum ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The room was lit by a grand *candelabrum*.

Question 35

# Noun; Italian /kəˈnoʊli/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Italian pastries consisting of a tube of fried dough filled with a sweet creamy filling. **Sample Sentence:** *She savored the delicious /kəˈnoʊli/ at the bakery.*

Answer 35

cannoli ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She savored the delicious *cannoli* at the bakery.

Question 36

# Adjective; Middle English /kænˈtæŋkərəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Bad-tempered, argumentative, and uncooperative. **Sample Sentence:** The old man was known for his /kænˈtæŋkərəs/ demeanor.

Answer 36

cantankerous ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The old man was known for his cantankerous demeanor.

Question 37

# Noun; Latin /ˈkæpɪˌlɛri/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Any of the fine branching blood vessels that form a network between the arterioles and venules. **Sample Sentence:** *The tiny /ˈkæpɪˌlɛri/ walls allow exchange of materials between blood and tissues.*

Answer 37

capillary ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The tiny *capillary* walls allow exchange of materials between blood and tissues.

Question 38

# Noun; Greek /kæpˈnɒmɪtə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An instrument for measuring the concentration of carbon dioxide in exhaled air. **Sample Sentence:** *The doctor used a /kæpˈnɒmɪtə/ to check the patient's respiratory status.*

Answer 38

capnometer ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The doctor used a *capnometer* to check the patient's respiratory status.

Question 39

# Noun; Latin /ˈkæpsjuːl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A small case or container, especially a round or cylindrical one. **Sample Sentence:** The medication was delivered in a /ˈkæpsjuːl/ form.

Answer 39

capsule ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The medication was delivered in a capsule form.

Question 40

# Noun; Latin /ˈkæptɪn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The person in command of a ship or an aircraft. **Sample Sentence:** The /ˈkæptɪn/ gave the order to set sail.

Answer 40

captain ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The captain gave the order to set sail.

Question 41

# Noun; French /ˌkɑːrboʊˈhaɪdreɪts/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Organic compounds occurring in foods and living tissues, including sugars, starch, and cellulose. **Sample Sentence:** Athletes often consume /ˌkɑːrboʊˈhaɪdreɪts/ for energy before a competition.

Answer 41

carbohydrates ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Athletes often consume carbohydrates for energy before a competition.

Question 42

# Noun; Italian /ˈkærɪkətʃʊr/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A picture, description, or imitation of a person in which certain striking characteristics are exaggerated in order to create a comic or grotesque effect. **Sample Sentence:** *The artist drew a /ˈkærɪkətʃʊr/ of the politician.*

Answer 42

caricature ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The artist drew a *caricature* of the politician.

Question 43

# Noun; Greek /kəˈsændrə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A person who prophesies doom or disaster. **Sample Sentence:** *The economist was labeled a /kəˈsændrə/ for his bleak predictions.*

Answer 43

Cassandra ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The economist was labeled a *Cassandra* for his bleak predictions.

Question 44

# Noun; Latin /ˈkæsl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A large building or group of buildings fortified against attack. **Sample Sentence:** *The medieval /ˈkæsl/ stood proudly on the hill.*

Answer 44

castle ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The medieval *castle* stood proudly on the hill.

Question 45

# Noun; Greek /ˌkætəˈlɛpsi/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A medical condition characterized by a trance or seizure with a loss of sensation and consciousness accompanied by rigidity of the body. **Sample Sentence:** *The patient experienced a sudden /ˌkætəˈlɛpsi/.*

Answer 45

catalepsy ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The patient experienced a sudden *catalepsy*.

Question 46

# Noun; Greek /ˈkætəpʌlts/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A device used to launch a projectile a great distance without the aid of explosive devices. **Sample Sentence:** *The ancient armies used /ˈkætəpʌlts/ during sieges.*

Answer 46

catapults ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The ancient armies used *catapults* during sieges.

Question 47

# Verb; Greek /kəˈθɛkt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To invest emotional significance in an activity, object, or idea. **Sample Sentence:** She began to /kəˈθɛkt/ her emotions into her artwork.

Answer 47

cathect ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She began to cathect her emotions into her artwork.

Question 48

# Noun; Latin /kəˈθiːdrəl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The principal church of a diocese, with which the bishop is officially associated. **Sample Sentence:** *The /kəˈθiːdrəl/ was an architectural masterpiece.*

Answer 48

cathedral ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *cathedral* was an architectural masterpiece.

Question 49

# Noun; Hybrid English /ˈkætəloʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A hybrid animal that is a cross between a domestic cattle and an American bison. **Sample Sentence:** The rancher proudly showed off his /ˈkætəloʊ/ herd.

Answer 49

cattalo ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The rancher proudly showed off his cattalo herd.

Question 50

# Adjective; Latin /ˈsɛlsiəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A scale of temperature in which water freezes at 0° and boils at 100° under standard conditions. **Sample Sentence:** The temperature was recorded at 25 degrees /ˈsɛlsiəs/.

Answer 50

Celsius ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The temperature was recorded at 25 degrees Celsius.

Question 51

# Noun; Latin /ˈsɛnsəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An official count or survey of a population, typically recording various details of individuals. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈsɛnsəs/ revealed a significant increase in the city's population.*

Answer 51

census ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *census* revealed a significant increase in the city's population.

Question 52

# Noun; Latin /ˈsɛntɪpiːd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A predatory myriapod invertebrate with a flattened elongated body composed of many segments, most bearing a single pair of legs. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈsɛntɪpiːd/ scurried across the forest floor.*

Answer 52

centipede ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *centipede* scurried across the forest floor.

Question 53

# Noun; Greek /səˈræmɪks/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Pots and other articles made from clay and hardened by heat. **Sample Sentence:** *The artist displayed her /səˈræmɪks/ at the gallery.*

Answer 53

ceramics ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The artist displayed her ceramics at the gallery.

Question 54

# Noun; Latin /ˌsɛrəˈbɛləm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The part of the brain at the back of the skull in vertebrates, which coordinates and regulates muscular activity. **Sample Sentence:** Damage to the /ˌsɛrəˈbɛləm/ can affect coordination and balance.

Answer 54

cerebellum ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Damage to the cerebellum can affect coordination and balance.

Question 55

# Noun; Greek /sɪˈtɑːlədʒi/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The branch of zoology that deals with whales, dolphins, and porpoises. **Sample Sentence:** She pursued a career in /sɪˈtɑːlədʒi/ to study marine mammals.

Answer 55

cetology ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She pursued a career in cetology to study marine mammals.

Question 56

# Noun; French /ˈʃæmpiən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A person who has defeated or surpassed all rivals in a competition. **Sample Sentence:** *She was crowned the /ˈʃæmpiən/ of the tournament.*

Answer 56

champion ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She was crowned the *champion* of the tournament.

Question 57

# Noun; Latin /ˈtʃænsələr/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A senior state or legal official, often in a university or government setting. **Sample Sentence:** The /ˈtʃænsələr/ addressed the graduating class with inspiring words.

Answer 57

chancellor ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The chancellor addressed the graduating class with inspiring words.

Question 58

# Noun; French /ˈʃæpəˌroʊnɪdʒ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The act or practice of accompanying or looking after someone, often for protection. **Sample Sentence:** *The young woman was under /ˈʃæpəˌroʊnɪdʒ/ during the event.*

Answer 58

chaperonage ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The young woman was under *chaperonage* during the event.

Question 59

# Noun; French /ʃɑːrˈkuːtəri/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A selection of cold cured meats, often served as an appetizer. **Sample Sentence:** The /ʃɑːrˈkuːtəri/ board was beautifully arranged with various meats and cheeses.

Answer 59

charcuterie ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The charcuterie board was beautifully arranged with various meats and cheeses.

Question 60

# Adjective; Greek /ˌkærɪzˈmætɪk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Exercising a compelling charm that inspires devotion in others. **Sample Sentence:** The leader was known for his /ˌkærɪzˈmætɪk/ personality.

Answer 60

charismatic ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The leader was known for his charismatic personality.

Question 61

# Noun; French /ʃɛf/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A professional cook, typically the chief cook in a restaurant or hotel. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ʃɛf/ prepared an exquisite meal for the guests.*

Answer 61

chef ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *chef* prepared an exquisite meal for the guests.

Question 62

# Noun; Greek /kaɪˈmɪərə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A mythical creature composed of parts from various animals. **Sample Sentence:** *The /kaɪˈmɪərə/ in the story had the head of a lion and the body of a goat.*

Answer 62

chimera ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *chimera* in the story had the head of a lion and the body of a goat.

Question 63

# Adjective; English /ˈtʃɪntsi/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Gaudy or cheaply made. **Sample Sentence:** *The decorations at the party were quite /ˈtʃɪntsi/ and fell apart easily.*

Answer 63

chintzy ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The decorations at the party were quite *chintzy* and fell apart easily.

Question 64

# Noun; Greek /kəˈrɒɡrəfə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A person who composes the sequence of steps and moves for a performance of dance. **Sample Sentence:** *The /kəˈrɒɡrəfə/ worked tirelessly on the ballet production.*

Answer 64

choreographer ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The choreographer worked tirelessly on the ballet production.

Question 65

# Noun; Greek /ˈkrɪsəlɪs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The hard outer case of a pupa in which a moth or butterfly develops. **Sample Sentence:** The caterpillar formed a /ˈkrɪsəlɪs/ before emerging as a butterfly.

Answer 65

chrysalis ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The caterpillar formed a *chrysalis* before emerging as a butterfly.

Question 66

# Adjective; Old English /ˈtʃɜːlɪʃ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈtʃɜːlɪʃ/ tone of his voice was off-putting.*

Answer 66

churlish ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *churlish* tone of his voice was off-putting.

Question 67

# Noun; Latin /sɪˈkeɪdə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A large insect with long transparent wings, typically found in warm climates. **Sample Sentence:** *The sound of /sɪˈkeɪdə/ filled the summer night.*

Answer 67

cicada ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The sound of *cicada* filled the summer night.

Question 68

# Adjective; Latin /sɜːˈkeɪdiən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Relating to biological processes that occur on a roughly 24-hour cycle. **Sample Sentence:** *Her /sɜːˈkeɪdiən/ rhythm was affected by the night shift.*

Answer 68

circadian ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Her *circadian* rhythm was affected by the night shift.

Question 69

# Noun; Latin /ˈsɜːrkəmˌflɛks/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A diacritical mark (^) placed over a vowel in some languages to indicate a specific pronunciation. **Sample Sentence:** The /ˈsɜːrkəmˌflɛks/ is used in French to denote a missing letter.

Answer 69

circumflex ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The circumflex is used in French to denote a missing letter.

Question 70

# Noun; French /ˌsɪtrəˈnɛlə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A fragrant natural oil used as an insect repellent. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˌsɪtrəˈnɛlə/ candles helped keep the mosquitoes away.*

Answer 70

citronella ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The citronella candles helped keep the mosquitoes away.

Question 71

# Noun; French /klɛərˈvɔɪəns/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The supposed ability to perceive things or events in the future or beyond normal sensory contact. **Sample Sentence:** *She claimed to have /klɛərˈvɔɪəns/ and could see the future.*

Answer 71

clairvoyance ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She claimed to have *clairvoyance* and could see the future.

Question 72

# Noun; Latin /ˌkoʊəˈlɛsəns/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The process of coming together to form one mass or whole. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˌkoʊəˈlɛsəns/ of the two companies was a major event in the industry.*

Answer 72

coalescence ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *coalescence* of the two companies was a major event in the industry.

Question 73

# Adjective; Latin /ˈkoʊəvəl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Existing at the same time or during the same era. **Sample Sentence:** *The scientists studied two /ˈkoʊəvəl/ civilizations.*

Answer 73

coeval ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The scientists studied two *coeval* civilizations.

Question 74

# Adverb; Latin /ˈkoʊdʒəntli/ ## Footnote **Definition:** In a clear and logical manner. **Sample Sentence:** *She presented her arguments /ˈkoʊdʒəntli/ during the debate.*

Answer 74

cogently ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She presented her arguments *cogently* during the debate.

Question 75

# Adjective; Latin /kəˈhiːsɪv/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Forming a united whole. **Sample Sentence:** *The team was very /kəˈhiːsɪv/, working seamlessly to complete the project.*

Answer 75

cohesive ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The team was very *cohesive*, working seamlessly to complete the project.

Question 76

# Noun; Greek /ˈkɒlɪk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Severe, often fluctuating pain in the abdomen. **Sample Sentence:** *The baby cried all night due to /ˈkɒlɪk/.*

Answer 76

colic ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The baby cried all night due to *colic*.

Question 77

# Noun; Latin /kəˌlɛkˈteɪnɪə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A collection of various written works. **Sample Sentence:** The library's /kəˌlɛkˈteɪnɪə/ was an invaluable resource for researchers.

Answer 77

collectanea ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The library's *collectanea* was an invaluable resource for researchers.

Question 78

# Noun; Latin /kəˌliːdʒiˈæləti/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Cooperative interaction among colleagues. **Sample Sentence:** *The /kəˌliːdʒiˈæləti/ in the office improved after the team-building retreat.*

Answer 78

collegiality ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *collegiality* in the office improved after the team-building retreat.

Question 79

# Noun; Spanish /ˌkoʊmænˈtʃɛroʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A trader with the Native American Comanche people. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˌkoʊmænˈtʃɛroʊ/ traded goods with the tribes in the 19th century.*

Answer 79

comanchero ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *comanchero* traded goods with the tribes in the 19th century.

Question 80

# Verb; Latin /ˈkɒmbæt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To fight against or oppose. **Sample Sentence:** *The government implemented measures to /ˈkɒmbæt/ inflation.*

Answer 80

combat ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The government implemented measures to *combat* inflation.

Question 81

# Noun; Latin /kəˈmɜːs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The activity of buying and selling, especially on a large scale. **Sample Sentence:** *The city was a hub of /kəˈmɜːs/ and trade.*

Answer 81

commerce ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The city was a hub of commerce and trade.

Question 82

# Adjective; Latin /kəˈmoʊdiəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Roomy and comfortable, especially in terms of accommodations. **Sample Sentence:** *The hotel room was /kəˈmoʊdiəs/ and well-furnished.*

Answer 82

commodious ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The hotel room was *commodious* and well-furnished.

Question 83

# Noun; Latin /kəmˈpærɪsən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The act or instance of comparing. **Sample Sentence:** *The /kəmˈpærɪsən/ of the two paintings revealed subtle differences.*

Answer 83

comparison ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *comparison* of the two paintings revealed subtle differences.

Question 84

# Adjective; Latin /ˈkɒmplɪkeɪtɪd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Consisting of many interconnecting parts or elements; intricate. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈkɒmplɪkeɪtɪd/ design took hours to complete.*

Answer 84

complicated ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *complicated* design took hours to complete.

Question 85

# Noun; French /kəmˈpɔːtmənt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Behavior; bearing. **Sample Sentence:** *His calm /kəmˈpɔːtmənt/ was reassuring during the crisis.*

Answer 85

comportment ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** His calm *comportment* was reassuring during the crisis.

Question 86

# Noun; Latin /kəmˈpɒzɪʃən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The act of creating written works. **Sample Sentence:** *Her /kəmˈpɒzɪʃən/ won first prize in the essay contest.*

Answer 86

composition ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Her *composition* won first prize in the essay contest.

Question 87

# Noun; Latin /kɒŋk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A tropical marine mollusk with a spiral shell. **Sample Sentence:** *The diver found a beautiful /kɒŋk/ shell on the ocean floor.*

Answer 87

conch ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The diver found a beautiful *conch* shell on the ocean floor.

Question 88

# Adjective; Latin /ˈkɒnsɪkwənt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Following as a result or effect. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈkɒnsɪkwənt/ damage was severe after the storm.*

Answer 88

consequent ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *consequent* damage was severe after the storm.

Question 89

# Adjective; Latin /ˌkɒntrəˈdɪktəri/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Containing elements that are inconsistent or in opposition. **Sample Sentence:** *The witness gave a /ˌkɒntrəˈdɪktəri/ account of the events.*

Answer 89

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

Question 90

# Adverb; English /kənˈtrɑːrɪwaɪz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** In the opposite way or order. **Sample Sentence:** *He argued /kənˈtrɑːrɪwaɪz/ to the proposal.*

Answer 90

contrariwise ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He argued *contrariwise* to the proposal.

Question 91

# Verb; Latin /kənˈtrɪbjut/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To give something, especially money or help, towards a cause or fund. **Sample Sentence:** *Many people decided to /kənˈtrɪbjut/ to the charity.*

Answer 91

contribute ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Many people decided to *contribute* to the charity.

Question 92

# Noun; Latin /kənˈtjuːʒən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A region of injured tissue or skin in which blood capillaries have been ruptured; a bruise. **Sample Sentence:** *The athlete suffered a minor /kənˈtjuːʒən/ during the game.*

Answer 92

contusion ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The athlete suffered a minor *contusion* during the game.

Question 93

# Verb; Latin /kənˈvɪns/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Persuade someone to do something. **Sample Sentence:** *She tried to /kənˈvɪns/ her friend to join the club.*

Answer 93

convince ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She tried to *convince* her friend to join the club.

Question 94

# Noun; French /ˈkɔːdərɔɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A durable fabric with a distinctive raised rib pattern. **Sample Sentence:** *He wore a jacket made of /ˈkɔːdərɔɪ/ during the chilly evening.*

Answer 94

corduroy ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He wore a jacket made of *corduroy* during the chilly evening.

Question 95

# Noun; Latin /ˈkɔːniə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The transparent front part of the eye that covers the iris and pupil. **Sample Sentence:** *A scratch on the /ˈkɔːniə/ can be quite painful.*

Answer 95

cornea ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** A scratch on the *cornea* can be quite painful.

Question 96

# Noun; Latin /kɔːrnjuˈkoʊpiə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A symbol of abundance and nourishment, commonly a large horn-shaped container overflowing with produce. **Sample Sentence:** *The table was decorated with a /kɔːrnjuˈkoʊpiə/.*

Answer 96

cornucopia ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The table was decorated with a *cornucopia*.

Question 97

# Noun; French /ˈkɑːstuːm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A set of clothes in a style typical of a particular country or historical period. **Sample Sentence:** *They wore elaborate /ˈkɑːstuːm/ for the play.*

Answer 97

costume ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** They wore elaborate *costume* for the play.

Question 98

# Noun; Latin /ˈkaʊnsəl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An assembly of people meeting for discussion or advice. **Sample Sentence:** *The town /ˈkaʊnsəl/ gathered to discuss the new policy.*

Answer 98

council ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The town *council* gathered to discuss the new policy.

Question 99

# Adjective; Old French /ˈkoʊvərt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Not openly acknowledged or displayed. **Sample Sentence:** *The spy had to maintain a /ˈkoʊvərt/ identity to complete the mission.*

Answer 99

covert ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The spy had to maintain a *covert* identity to complete the mission.

Question 100

# Noun; Old French /kriːs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A line or ridge produced on paper or cloth by folding, pressing, or crushing. **Sample Sentence:** *He smoothed the /kriːs/ out of his shirt.*

Answer 100

crease ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He smoothed the *crease* out of his shirt.