Set 9: Sem-Tri

Question 1

Noun; Greek

/ˈsɛmɪˌfɔːr/

Definition: A system of sending messages by holding the arms or two flags or poles in certain positions according to an alphabetic code.

Sample Sentence: The sailors used /ˈsɛmɪˌfɔːr/ to communicate from the ship.

Answer 1

semaphore

Sample Sentence: The sailors used semaphore to communicate from the ship.

Question 2

Noun; Latin

/ˈsɛmɪˌnɛri/

Definition: A school for training religious leaders, such as priests or ministers.

Sample Sentence: He decided to attend a /ˈsɛmɪˌnɛri/ after high school.

Answer 2

seminary

Sample Sentence: He decided to attend a seminary after high school.

Question 3

Adjective; Latin

/səˈnɛsənt/

Definition: Growing old; aging.

Sample Sentence: The /səˈnɛsənt/ tree was still bearing fruit.

Answer 3

senescent

Sample Sentence: The senescent tree was still bearing fruit.

Question 4

Noun; Old French

/ˈsɛnɪʃəl/

Definition: An officer in the houses of important nobles in the Middle Ages.

Sample Sentence: The /ˈsɛnɪʃəl/ managed the estate with great efficiency.

Answer 4

seneschal

Sample Sentence: The seneschal managed the estate with great efficiency.

Question 5

Adjective; Latin

/ˈsɛnʃənt/

Definition: Able to perceive or feel things.

Sample Sentence: The debate centered on whether animals are /ˈsɛnʃənt/ beings.

Answer 5

sentient

Sample Sentence: The debate centered on whether animals are sentient beings.

Question 6

Adjective; Latin

/səˈpʌlkral/

Definition: Relating to a tomb or interment.

Sample Sentence: The crypt had a /səˈpʌlkral/ atmosphere that sent shivers down her spine.

Answer 6

sepulchral

Sample Sentence: The crypt had a sepulchral atmosphere that sent shivers down her spine.

Question 7

Noun; Latin

/ˈsɪərəm/

Definition: The clear, yellowish fluid that remains from blood plasma after clotting factors have been removed.

Sample Sentence: The lab technician analyzed the /ˈsɪərəm/ sample.

Answer 7

serum

Sample Sentence: The lab technician analyzed the serum sample.

Question 8

Noun; Old English

/ˈsiːtən/

Definition: A type of surgical drain used to promote drainage from an abscess.

Sample Sentence: The doctor decided to use a /ˈsiːtən/ to treat the infection.

Answer 8

seton

Sample Sentence: The doctor decided to use a seton to treat the infection.

Question 9

Noun; Italian

/sfɔrˈtsando/

Definition: A musical term indicating a sudden, strong accent.

Sample Sentence: The conductor instructed the orchestra to play the note with a /sfɔrˈtsando/ to emphasize the transition.

Answer 9

sforzando

Sample Sentence: The conductor instructed the orchestra to play the note with a sforzando to emphasize the transition.

Question 10

Proper noun; Chinese

/ˈʃɑːnˌʃiː/

Definition: A province in central China known for its rich history and cultural heritage.

Sample Sentence: /ˈʃɑːnˌʃiː/ is home to the famous Terracotta Army.

Answer 10

Shaanxi

Sample Sentence: Shaanxi is home to the famous Terracotta Army.

Question 11

Noun; Old English

/ʃoʊl/

Definition: A large number of fish swimming together.

Sample Sentence: A /ʃoʊl/ of fish moved gracefully through the water.

Answer 11

shoal

Sample Sentence: A shoal of fish moved gracefully through the water.

Question 12

Noun; Latin

/ˈsɪlɪkən/

Definition: A chemical element with the symbol Si and atomic number 14, commonly used in electronics.

Sample Sentence: /ˈsɪlɪkən/ is a key component in computer chips and solar panels.

Answer 12

silicon

Sample Sentence: Silicon is a key component in computer chips and solar panels.

Question 13

Adverb; Latin

/ˌsaɪməlˈteɪniəsli/

Definition: At the same time.

Sample Sentence: They worked /ˌsaɪməlˈteɪniəsli/ to complete the project on time.

Answer 13

simultaneously

Sample Sentence: They worked simultaneously to complete the project on time.

Question 14

Noun; Malay

/ˌsɪŋəˈpɔːr/

Definition: A city-state in Southeast Asia known for its blend of cultures and modern architecture.

Sample Sentence: They planned a trip to /ˌsɪŋəˈpɔːr/ for the summer.

Answer 14

Singapore

Sample Sentence: They planned a trip to Singapore for the summer.

Question 15

Noun; Greek

/ˈskjuːəmɔːf/

Definition: A design feature that is made to resemble another material or technique.

Sample Sentence: The digital book app used a /ˈskjuːəmɔːf/ to mimic real page turning.

Answer 15

skeuomorph

Sample Sentence: The digital book app used a skeuomorph to mimic real page turning.

Question 16

Noun; Dutch

/skɪf/

Definition: A shallow, flat-bottomed open boat.

Sample Sentence: They rowed the /skɪf/ down the gentle river.

Answer 16

skiff

Sample Sentence: They rowed the skiff down the gentle river.

Question 17

Verb; Old English

/sleɪks/

Definition: To quench or satisfy (one’s thirst).

Sample Sentence: After the long hike, she needed to /sleɪks/ her thirst with a bottle of water.

Answer 17

slakes

Sample Sentence: After the long hike, she needed to slakes her thirst with a bottle of water.

Question 18

Noun; English

/ˈsmætərɪŋ/

Definition: A small amount of something.

Sample Sentence: She had a /ˈsmætərɪŋ/ of French, which was enough to get by during her travels.

Answer 18

smattering

Sample Sentence: She had a smattering of French, which was enough to get by during her travels.

Question 19

Adjective; English

/ˈsmoʊldərɪŋ/

Definition: Burning slowly with smoke but no flame.

Sample Sentence: The campfire was /ˈsmoʊldərɪŋ/ as the sun rose.

Answer 19

smoldering

Sample Sentence: The campfire was smoldering as the sun rose.

Question 20

Verb; Old English

/ˈsnɪvəl/

Definition: To cry and sniff in a feeble or fretful way.

Sample Sentence: The child began to /ˈsnɪvəl/ when he couldn’t find his toy.

Answer 20

snivel

Sample Sentence: The child began to snivel when he couldn’t find his toy.

Question 21

Adjective; Latin

/səˈsaɪətl/

Definition: Relating to society or its organization.

Sample Sentence: The professor discussed /səˈsaɪətl/ changes over the decades.

Answer 21

societal

Sample Sentence: The professor discussed societal changes over the decades.

Question 22

Noun; Greek

/ˈsɒlɪˌsɪzəm/

Definition: A grammatical mistake in speech or writing.

Sample Sentence: The editor pointed out the /ˈsɒlɪˌsɪzəm/ in the manuscript.

Answer 22

solecism

Sample Sentence: The editor pointed out the solecism in the manuscript.

Question 23

Noun; Chinese

/ˈsuːtʃɒŋ/

Definition: A type of black tea from China, known for its smoky flavor.

Sample Sentence: He enjoyed a cup of /ˈsuːtʃɒŋ/ every morning.

Answer 23

souchong

Sample Sentence: He enjoyed a cup of souchong every morning.

Question 24

Noun; Latin

/ˈsɒvrɪn/

Definition: A supreme ruler, especially a monarch.

Sample Sentence: The /ˈsɒvrɪn/ made an important announcement to his subjects.

Answer 24

sovereign

Sample Sentence: The sovereign made an important announcement to his subjects.

Question 25

# Verb; Old English /spɔnd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To produce or generate, especially in large numbers. **Sample Sentence:** *The new policy /spɔnd/ a lot of debate.*

Answer 25

spawned ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The new policy *spawned* a lot of debate.

Question 26

# Noun; Latin /ˈsfæɡnəm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of moss that grows in wet areas and is used for its absorbent properties. **Sample Sentence:** *Gardeners often use /ˈsfæɡnəm/ moss to retain moisture in soil.*

Answer 26

sphagnum ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Gardeners often use *sphagnum* moss to retain moisture in soil.

Question 27

# Noun; Italian /spiːˈɛ.diː.ni/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Skewers of grilled meat or vegetables. **Sample Sentence:** *They served delicious /spiːˈɛ.diː.ni/ at the barbecue.*

Answer 27

spiedini ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** They served delicious *spiedini* at the barbecue.

Question 28

# Noun; Greek /ˈspɒdjʊˌmiːn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A mineral that is a source of lithium. **Sample Sentence:** *The geologist identified the crystal as /ˈspɒdjʊˌmiːn/.*

Answer 28

spodumene ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The geologist identified the crystal as *spodumene*.

Question 29

# Noun; English /spɹiː/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A lively or brisk outburst of activity or fun. **Sample Sentence:** *The children went on a /spɹiː/ through the park, laughing and playing.*

Answer 29

spree ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The children went on a *spree* through the park, laughing and playing.

Question 30

# Noun; Middle English /ˈsprɑkɪt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A wheel with teeth, or cogs, that engages with a chain or track. **Sample Sentence:** *The bicycle chain slipped off the /ˈsprɑkɪt/.*

Answer 30

sprocket ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The bicycle chain slipped off the *sprocket*.

Question 31

# Verb; Middle English /skwiːl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To make a high-pitched, screeching noise. **Sample Sentence:** *The brakes began to /skwiːl/ as the car stopped suddenly.*

Answer 31

squeal ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The brakes began to *squeal* as the car stopped suddenly.

Question 32

# Noun; Dutch /ˈsteɪlˌmeɪt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A situation in which further action or progress by opposing parties seems impossible; a deadlock. **Sample Sentence:** *The negotiations ended in a /ˈsteɪlˌmeɪt/.*

Answer 32

stalemate ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The negotiations ended in a *stalemate*.

Question 33

# Noun; Old English /stidz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Horses, especially high-spirited ones. **Sample Sentence:** *The knights rode their /stidz/ into battle.*

Answer 33

steeds ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The knights rode their *steeds* into battle.

Question 34

# Verb; Middle English /stiːpt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To soak in water or another liquid to extract its essence. **Sample Sentence:** *The tea leaves were /stiːpt/ in hot water for several minutes.*

Answer 34

steeped ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The tea leaves were *steeped* in hot water for several minutes.

Question 35

# Noun; English /ˈstiːvəˌdɔːr/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A person employed at a dock to load and unload ships. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈstiːvəˌdɔːr/ skillfully managed the cargo on the docks.*

Answer 35

stevedore ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *stevedore* skillfully managed the cargo on the docks.

Question 36

# Noun; French /stɒˈkeɪd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A barrier formed from upright wooden posts or stakes, especially as a defense. **Sample Sentence:** *The fort was surrounded by a /stɒˈkeɪd/ to protect it from invasions.*

Answer 36

stockade ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The fort was surrounded by a *stockade* to protect it from invasions.

Question 37

# Adjective; English /ˈstreɪtˈfɔrwərd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Uncomplicated and easy to do or understand. **Sample Sentence:** *The instructions were written in a /ˈstreɪtˈfɔrwərd/ manner, making assembly easy.*

Answer 37

straightforward ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The instructions were written in a *straightforward* manner, making assembly easy.

Question 38

# Noun; Latin /səbˈsaɪdəns/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The gradual caving in or sinking of an area of land. **Sample Sentence:** *The coastal area was affected by /səbˈsaɪdəns/.*

Answer 38

subsidence ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The coastal area was affected by *subsidence*.

Question 39

# Noun; Latin /ˈsʌbtərˌfjuːdʒ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Deceit used in order to achieve one's goal. **Sample Sentence:** *He used /ˈsʌbtərˌfjuːdʒ/ to avoid answering the difficult questions.*

Answer 39

subterfuge ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He used *subterfuge* to avoid answering the difficult questions.

Question 40

# Noun; French /səˈkeɪd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Candied fruit peel or fruit. **Sample Sentence:** *The pastry was topped with a slice of /səˈkeɪd/ to add sweetness.*

Answer 40

succade ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The pastry was topped with a slice of *succade* to add sweetness.

Question 41

# Verb; Latin /səˈfaɪs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To be enough or adequate. **Sample Sentence:** *A brief explanation will /səˈfaɪs/ for the purpose of this meeting.*

Answer 41

suffice ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** A brief explanation will *suffice* for the purpose of this meeting.

Question 42

# Verb; Latin /ˈsʌfəˌkeɪt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To cause to die or lose consciousness by impairing normal breathing. **Sample Sentence:** *He feared the tight space would /ˈsʌfəˌkeɪt/ him.*

Answer 42

suffocate ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He feared the tight space would *suffocate* him.

Question 43

# Adjective; Latin /suˈmɪəriən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Relating to the ancient region of Sumer in southern Mesopotamia. **Sample Sentence:** *The /suˈmɪəriən/ civilization is known for its early development of writing and urban settlement.*

Answer 43

Sumerian ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *Sumerian* civilization is known for its early development of writing and urban settlement.

Question 44

# Noun; Latin /ˈsʌmpsɪməs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A strictly correct expression or practice, as opposed to a popular error. **Sample Sentence:** *He insisted on using the /ˈsʌmpsɪməs/ despite others' preferences.*

Answer 44

sumpsimus ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He insisted on using the *sumpsimus* despite others' preferences.

Question 45

# Adjective; Latin /ˌsuːpərˈsɪlɪəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others. **Sample Sentence:** His /ˌsuːpərˈsɪlɪəs/ attitude alienated many of his colleagues.

Answer 45

supercilious ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** His *supercilious* attitude alienated many of his colleagues.

Question 46

# Verb; Latin /səˈsiːs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To cease or stop. **Sample Sentence:** *They agreed to /səˈsiːs/ hostilities after the peace talks.*

Answer 46

surcease ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** They agreed to *surcease* hostilities after the peace talks.

Question 47

# Noun; Latin /ˈsɜrfæktənt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A substance that reduces surface tension, allowing liquid to spread more easily. **Sample Sentence:** *The detergent contains a /ˈsɜrfæktənt/ to help clean the dishes effectively.*

Answer 47

surfactant ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The detergent contains a *surfactant* to help clean the dishes effectively.

Question 48

# Noun; French /ˈsɜːdʒən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A medical practitioner qualified to practice surgery. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈsɜːdʒən/ performed a complex operation.*

Answer 48

surgeon ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *surgeon* performed a complex operation.

Question 49

# Noun; Swedish /svɛnˈɡɑːli/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A person who manipulates or controls another for malicious purposes, especially by force of personality. **Sample Sentence:** *The cult leader was a true /svɛnˈɡɑːli/, bending followers to his will.*

Answer 49

Svengali ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The cult leader was a true *Svengali*, bending followers to his will.

Question 50

# Adjective; English /ˈswæŋkiɪst/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The most stylish or luxurious. **Sample Sentence:** *They stayed at the /ˈswæŋkiɪst/ hotel in the city.*

Answer 50

swankiest ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** They stayed at the *swankiest* hotel in the city.

Question 51

# Noun; English /sɪlf/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An imaginary spirit of the air, typically depicted as a slender, graceful woman. **Sample Sentence:** The dancer moved like a /sɪlf/, enchanting the audience with her grace.

Answer 51

sylph ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The dancer moved like a *sylph*, enchanting the audience with her grace.

Question 52

# Verb; Greek /ˈsɪmbəˌlaɪzɪz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To represent or stand for something else, especially a concept or idea. **Sample Sentence:** *The dove /ˈsɪmbəˌlaɪzɪz/ peace.*

Answer 52

symbolizes ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The dove *symbolizes* peace.

Question 53

# Noun; Greek /sɪˈmɛtrɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The quality of being made up of exactly similar parts facing each other or around an axis. **Sample Sentence:** *The artist's work was praised for its perfect /sɪˈmɛtrɪ/.*

Answer 53

symmetry ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The artist's work was praised for its perfect *symmetry*.

Question 54

# Noun; Greek /ˈsɪmfəni/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An elaborate musical composition for a full orchestra, typically in four movements. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈsɪmfəni/ was performed flawlessly by the orchestra.*

Answer 54

symphony ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *symphony* was performed flawlessly by the orchestra.

Question 55

# Noun; Greek /sɪˈnænθrəʊp/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Animals that live near and benefit from humans. **Sample Sentence:** *Pigeons are a common type of /sɪˈnænθrəʊp/ found in urban environments.*

Answer 55

synanthrope ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Pigeons are a common type of *synanthrope* found in urban environments.

Question 56

# Noun; Greek /sɪˈnɛk.də.ki/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A figure of speech in which a part is made to represent the whole or vice versa. **Sample Sentence:** *Using /sɪˈnɛk.də.ki/, she referred to her car as her 'wheels'.*

Answer 56

synecdoche ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Using *synecdoche*, she referred to her car as her 'wheels'.

Question 57

# Noun; Japanese /təˈmɑːri/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of Japanese soy sauce. **Sample Sentence:** *The chef used /təˈmɑːri/ to enhance the flavor of the dish.*

Answer 57

tamari ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The chef used *tamari* to enhance the flavor of the dish.

Question 58

# Noun; French /ˈtæmbʊr/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A frame used in embroidery to hold the fabric taut. **Sample Sentence:** *She carefully placed the cloth into the /ˈtæmbʊr/ before starting her needlework.*

Answer 58

tambour ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She carefully placed the cloth into the *tambour* before starting her needlework.

Question 59

# Noun; Old English /ˈtæŋkərd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A large, often metal, drinking cup with a handle and sometimes a lid. **Sample Sentence:** *He raised his /ˈtæŋkərd/ in a toast.*

Answer 59

tankard ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He raised his *tankard* in a toast.

Question 60

# Verb; Greek /ˈtæntəˌlaɪz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To torment or tease someone with the sight or promise of something that is unobtainable. **Sample Sentence:** *The unattainable prize seemed to /ˈtæntəˌlaɪz/ the eager contestants.*

Answer 60

tantalize ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The unattainable prize seemed to *tantalize* the eager contestants.

Question 61

# Noun; Irish /ˈtiːʃəx/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The Prime Minister of Ireland. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈtiːʃəx/ addressed the nation on television.*

Answer 61

taoiseach ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *taoiseach* addressed the nation on television.

Question 62

# Noun; Latin /təˈpiːtəm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A reflective layer of tissue in the eyes of many vertebrates, aiding in night vision. **Sample Sentence:** *The cat's eyes had a /təˈpiːtəm/ to help it see in the dark.*

Answer 62

tapetum ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The cat's eyes had a *tapetum* to help it see in the dark.

Question 63

# Noun; Hindi /ˈtɑːrpɔːlɪn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A large sheet of strong, flexible, water-resistant material. **Sample Sentence:** The campers used a /ˈtɑːrpɔːlɪn/ to protect their tents from the rain.

Answer 63

tarpaulin ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The campers used a *tarpaulin* to protect their tents from the rain.

Question 64

# Noun; Italian /ˈtætsə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A shallow cup or saucer-like dish, often used for serving desserts. **Sample Sentence:** *The dessert was beautifully presented in a /ˈtætsə/.*

Answer 64

tazza ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The dessert was beautifully presented in a *tazza*.

Question 65

# Noun; English /ˈtɛki/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A person who is expert in or enthusiastic about technology, especially computing. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈtɛki/ helped me set up my new computer system.*

Answer 65

techie ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *techie* helped me set up my new computer system.

Question 66

# Noun; English /ˌtɛknɪˈkælətiːz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Small or detailed points of procedure or law. **Sample Sentence:** *The lawyer focused on the /ˌtɛknɪˈkælətiːz/ to win the case.*

Answer 66

technicalities ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The lawyer focused on the *technicalities* to win the case.

Question 67

# Noun; Nahuatl /tɛləˈmɑːkətəl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An Aztec ceremonial stone or platform. **Sample Sentence:** *They discovered an ancient /tɛləˈmɑːkətəl/ at the archaeological site.*

Answer 67

telamacatl ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** They discovered an ancient *telamacatl* at the archaeological site.

Question 68

# Noun; Javanese /ˈtɛləduː/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A small, skunk-like carnivorous mammal found in Southeast Asia. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈtɛləduː/ is known for its distinctive smell, much like a skunk.*

Answer 68

teledu ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *teledu* is known for its distinctive smell, much like a skunk.

Question 69

# Noun; Greek /ˌtɛlɪˈɡnoʊsɪs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The supposed ability to know things without prior knowledge, often considered a form of extrasensory perception. **Sample Sentence:** The psychic claimed to have /ˌtɛlɪˈɡnoʊsɪs/, allowing her to perceive events from a distance.

Answer 69

telegnosis ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The psychic claimed to have *telegnosis*, allowing her to perceive events from a distance.

Question 70

# Noun; Spanish /ˈtɛmblɔːr/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An earthquake or earth tremor. **Sample Sentence:** The /ˈtɛmblɔːr/ shook the city but caused no major damage.

Answer 70

temblor ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *temblor* shook the city but caused no major damage.

Question 71

# Noun; Indonesian /ˈtɛmpeɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A traditional Indonesian soy product made by fermenting soybeans. **Sample Sentence:** *She added /ˈtɛmpeɪ/ to the stir-fry for extra protein.*

Answer 71

tempeh ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She added *tempeh* to the stir-fry for extra protein.

Question 72

# Noun; Latin /ˈtɛnɪts/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Principles or beliefs, especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy. **Sample Sentence:** *The organization's /ˈtɛnɪts/ were outlined in the charter.*

Answer 72

tenets ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The organization's *tenets* were outlined in the charter.

Question 73

# Noun; Hindi /təˈraɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A region of northern India known for its fertile plains at the foot of the Himalayas. **Sample Sentence:** *The /təˈraɪ/ is known for its rich agricultural land.*

Answer 73

terai ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *terai* is known for its rich agricultural land.

Question 74

# Noun; Hebrew /ˈtɛrəfɪm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Small household gods or idols in ancient Hebrew culture. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈtɛrəfɪm/ were often kept in the family home for protection.*

Answer 74

teraphim ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *teraphim* were often kept in the family home for protection.

Question 75

# Noun; Latin /ˌtɜːrdʒɪvɜːrˈseɪʃən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Evasion of straightforward action or clear-cut statement. **Sample Sentence:** *The politician's /ˌtɜːrdʒɪvɜːrˈseɪʃən/ frustrated the reporters at the press conference.*

Answer 75

tergiversation ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The politician's *tergiversation* frustrated the reporters at the press conference.

Question 76

# Adverb; English /ˈtɜːrsli/ ## Footnote **Definition:** In a brief and direct manner. **Sample Sentence:** *He spoke /ˈtɜːrsli/, leaving no room for questions.*

Answer 76

tersely ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He spoke *tersely*, leaving no room for questions.

Question 77

# Noun; Italian /tɛsɪˈtjuːrə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The range within which most notes of a vocal part fall. **Sample Sentence:** *The soprano's /tɛsɪˈtjuːrə/ allowed her to hit all the high notes effortlessly.*

Answer 77

tessitura ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The soprano's *tessitura* allowed her to hit all the high notes effortlessly.

Question 78

# Adjective; Greek /ˌtɛtrəˈkɔːrɪk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Relating to a fourfold correlation, often used in statistics. **Sample Sentence:** *The study included a /ˌtɛtrəˈkɔːrɪk/ analysis of the variables.*

Answer 78

tetrachoric ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The study included a *tetrachoric* analysis of the variables.

Question 79

# Proper noun; Italian /ˌtɛrəˈtsiːni/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A famous Italian operatic soprano known for her dramatic roles. **Sample Sentence:** */ˌtɛrəˈtsiːni/ captivated audiences with her powerful voice.*

Answer 79

Tetrazzini ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** *Tetrazzini* captivated audiences with her powerful voice.

Question 80

# Adjective; Latin /tuːˈtɒnɪk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Relating to the ancient Teutons or their languages. **Sample Sentence:** *The museum had an exhibit on /tuːˈtɒnɪk/ artifacts.*

Answer 80

Teutonic ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The museum had an exhibit on *Teutonic* artifacts.

Question 81

# Adjective; Greek /θəˈlæsɪk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Relating to the sea. **Sample Sentence:** The /θəˈlæsɪk/ environment is home to many diverse marine species.

Answer 81

thalassic ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *thalassic* environment is home to many diverse marine species.

Question 82

# Noun; Middle English /ˈθʌrəʊˌfɛər/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A main road or public highway. **Sample Sentence:** *The new shopping mall is located on the main /ˈθʌrəʊˌfɛər/.*

Answer 82

thoroughfare ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The new shopping mall is located on the main *thoroughfare*.

Question 83

# Noun; Greek /ˈθaɪrɔɪd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A large ductless gland in the neck which secretes hormones regulating growth and development. **Sample Sentence:** *He was diagnosed with a /ˈθaɪrɔɪd/ disorder that affected his metabolism.*

Answer 83

thyroid ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He was diagnosed with a *thyroid* disorder that affected his metabolism.

Question 84

# Noun; English /tɪf/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A petty quarrel, especially one between friends or lovers. **Sample Sentence:** *After a brief /tɪf/, they quickly made up and resumed their conversation.*

Answer 84

tiff ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** After a brief *tiff*, they quickly made up and resumed their conversation.

Question 85

# Noun; Hindi /ˈtɪkə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A dish of pieces of meat or vegetables marinated and grilled. **Sample Sentence:** *We ordered chicken /ˈtɪkə/ for dinner from the Indian restaurant.*

Answer 85

tikka ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** We ordered chicken *tikka* for dinner from the Indian restaurant.

Question 86

# Noun; Hebrew /tɪˈkuːn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A Jewish moral or spiritual correction. **Sample Sentence:** *He sought /tɪˈkuːn/ through community service.*

Answer 86

tikkun ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He sought *tikkun* through community service.

Question 87

# Adjective; Latin /ˈtɪnɪənt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Ringing or tingling in the ears. **Sample Sentence:** *After the concert, she experienced a /ˈtɪnɪənt/ sensation.*

Answer 87

tinnient ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** After the concert, she experienced a *tinnient* sensation.

Question 88

# Noun; Tlingit /ˈklɪŋkɪt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A member of an Indigenous people of the Pacific Northwest Coast of North America. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈklɪŋkɪt/ community is known for its rich cultural heritage and art.*

Answer 88

Tlingit ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *Tlingit* community is known for its rich cultural heritage and art.

Question 89

# Noun; Greek /təˈmiːsɪs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The separation of parts of a compound word, often for emphasis. **Sample Sentence:** *Using /təˈmiːsɪs/, she exclaimed, 'This is fan-bloody-tastic!'*

Answer 89

tmesis ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Using *tmesis*, she exclaimed, 'This is fan-bloody-tastic!'

Question 90

# Noun; English /təˈmæli/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The liver of a lobster, considered a delicacy. **Sample Sentence:** *He savored the /təˈmæli/ as the finest part of the lobster.*

Answer 90

tomalley ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He savored the *tomalley* as the finest part of the lobster.

Question 91

# Noun; Greek /toʊˈpæzəˌlaɪt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A yellow or greenish-yellow variety of andradite garnet, used as a gemstone. **Sample Sentence:** She admired the /toʊˈpæzəˌlaɪt/ set in the ornate ring.

Answer 91

topazolite ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She admired the *topazolite* set in the ornate ring.

Question 92

# Noun; Greek /tɔːˈruːtɪks/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The art of working metal in relief. **Sample Sentence:** The museum displayed ancient artifacts of /tɔːˈruːtɪks/ that were intricately detailed.

Answer 92

toreutics ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The museum displayed ancient artifacts of *toreutics* that were intricately detailed.

Question 93

# Adjective; Latin /ˈtɔːrtʃərəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Involving or causing intense pain or suffering. **Sample Sentence:** *The hike became /ˈtɔːrtʃərəs/ as the temperature rose.*

Answer 93

torturous ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The hike became *torturous* as the temperature rose.

Question 94

# Noun; Native American (Ojibwe) /ˈtoʊtəm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A natural object or animal believed by a particular society to have spiritual significance and adopted by it as an emblem. **Sample Sentence:** *The tribe's /ˈtoʊtəm/ was a bear, symbolizing strength and courage.*

Answer 94

totem ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The tribe's *totem* was a bear, symbolizing strength and courage.

Question 95

# Verb; Latin /trænsˈfɪkst/ ## Footnote **Definition:** To cause someone to become motionless with horror, wonder, or astonishment. **Sample Sentence:** *The magician's trick left the audience /trænsˈfɪkst/.*

Answer 95

transfixed ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The magician's trick left the audience *transfixed*.

Question 96

# Noun; Latin /trænzˈɡrɛʃənz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Acts that go against a law, rule, or code of conduct; offenses. **Sample Sentence:** *He was forgiven for his /trænzˈɡrɛʃənz/ after showing remorse.*

Answer 96

transgressions ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He was forgiven for his *transgressions* after showing remorse.

Question 97

# Adjective; Latin /trænsˈluːsənt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Allowing light, but not detailed shapes, to pass through; semi-transparent. **Sample Sentence:** *The /trænsˈluːsənt/ curtains let in the soft glow of the morning sun.*

Answer 97

translucent ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *translucent* curtains let in the soft glow of the morning sun.

Question 98

# Noun; Middle English /ˈtrɛtʃəri/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Betrayal of trust; deceptive action or nature. **Sample Sentence:** *The spy's /ˈtrɛtʃəri/ was uncovered when secret documents were found in his possession.*

Answer 98

treachery ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The spy's *treachery* was uncovered when secret documents were found in his possession.

Question 99

# Noun; Greek /ˌtrɪkɪˈnoʊsɪs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A disease caused by eating undercooked pork infected with Trichinella larvae. **Sample Sentence:** *The outbreak of /ˌtrɪkɪˈnoʊsɪs/ was traced back to contaminated meat.*

Answer 99

trichinosis ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The outbreak of *trichinosis* was traced back to contaminated meat.

Question 100

# Adjective; Latin /traɪˈdʒɛmənəl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Relating to the trigeminal nerve, responsible for sensation in the face and motor functions such as biting and chewing. **Sample Sentence:** The dentist studied the /traɪˈdʒɛmənəl/ nerve to understand the patient's pain.

Answer 100

trigeminal ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The dentist studied the *trigeminal* nerve to understand the patient's pain.