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succinctlyadverbWith concise and precise brevity; to the point.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Please state your case as succinctly as possible.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

succulentadjectiveFull of juice.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Succulent roast beef.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: French, Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

suchadjectiveOf so extreme a degree or extent.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Never dreamed of such beauty.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Japanese, Middle English, Old English, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

suckverbDraw into the mouth by creating a practical vacuum in the mouth.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Suck the poison from the place where the snake bit.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

suddenlyadverbHappening unexpectedly.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Suddenly she felt a sharp pain in her side.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

sufferingadjectiveVery unhappy; full of misery.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A message of hope for suffering humanity.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

sufficeverbBe sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A 'B' grade doesn't suffice to get me into medical school.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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sufficiencynounThe quality of being sufficient for the end in view.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He questioned the sufficiency of human intelligence.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

sufficientlyadverbTo a sufficient degree.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

She was sufficiently fluent in Mandarin.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

English word formation.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

suffocatingadjectiveCausing difficulty in breathing especially through lack of fresh air and presence of heat.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The room was suffocating--hot and airless.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

sugaryadjectiveContaining sugar.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He eats too much sugary food.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

suggestionnounAn idea that is suggested.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The picnic was her suggestion.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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suggestiveadjectiveTending to suggest or imply.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Artifacts suggestive of an ancient society.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

suitnounA set of garments (usually including a jacket and trousers or skirt) for outerwear all of the same fabric and color.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

They buried him in his best suit.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Old English, Old French, Vulgar Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

suitabilitynounThe quality of having the properties that are right for a specific purpose.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

An important requirement is suitability for long trips.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Old English, Old French, Old Northern French, Vulgar Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

suitableadjectiveMeant or adapted for an occasion or use.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A tractor suitable (or fit) for heavy duty.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Old English, Old French, Old Northern French, Vulgar Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

suitedadjectiveOutfitted or supplied with clothing.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Recruits suited in green.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

sulknounA mood or display of sullen aloofness or withdrawal.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Stayed home in a sulk.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Latin, Middle English, Middle French, Old English, Old French, Scots. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

sullyverbPlace under suspicion or cast doubt upon.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Sully someone's reputation.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

sultryadjectiveCharacterized by oppressive heat and humidity.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The summer was sultry and oppressive.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

English word formation.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

sumnounA quantity of money.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He borrowed a large sum.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

summarilyadverbWithout delay; in a summary manner.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The suspected spy was summarily executed.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

summarizeverbGive a summary (of).beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

I will now summarize.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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summarynounA brief statement that presents the main points in a concise form.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He gave a summary of the conclusions.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

summationnounThe arithmetic operation of summing; calculating the sum of two or more numbers.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The summation of four and three gives seven.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

summernounThe warm season between spring and fall.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

We visited the lake during summer.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

From Old English sumor, through Middle English.

Original teaching entry. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

summitnounThe top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill).beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The region is a few molecules wide at the summit.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Middle French, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

summonverbGather or bring together.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Summon all your courage.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

sunnounThe star that gives Earth light and warmth.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The sun rose above the hills.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Japanese, Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Original teaching entry. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

sundryadjectiveConsisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Sundry sciences commonly known as social.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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sunlitadjectiveLighted by sunlight.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The sunlit slopes of the canyon.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Japanese, Middle English, Old English, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

sunriseadjectiveOf an industry or technology; new and developing.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

High-technology sunrise industries.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Japanese, Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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sunroofnounAn automobile roof having a sliding or raisable panel.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

`sunshine-roof' is a British term for `sunroof'.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Japanese, Middle English, Old English, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

sunsetadjectiveProviding for termination.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A program with a sunset provision.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Japanese, Latin, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Old English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

superadjectiveIncluding more than a specified category.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A super experiment.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

superblyadverb(used as an intensifier) extremely well.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Her voice is superbly disciplined.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

superciliousadjectiveHaving or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

His mother eyed my clothes with a supercilious air.

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superficialadjectiveConcerned with or comprehending only what is apparent or obvious; not deep or penetrating emotionally or intellectually.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A superficial mind.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Late Latin, Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

superficiallyadverbIn a superficial manner.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He was superficially interested.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Late Latin, Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

superfluousadjectiveMore than is needed, desired, or required.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Delete superfluous (or unnecessary) words.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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superhumanadjectiveAbove or beyond the human or demanding more than human power or endurance.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Superhuman strength.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Medieval Latin.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

superimposeverbPlace on top of.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Can you superimpose the two images?

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

superioradjective(sometimes followed by `to') not subject to or influenced by.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Overcome by a superior opponent.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Old French, Old Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

superioritynounDisplaying a sense of being better than others.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He hated the white man's superiority and condescension.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Old French, Old Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

supernaturaladjectiveNot existing in nature or subject to explanation according to natural laws; not physical or material.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Supernatural forces and occurrences and beings.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Middle French, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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superoxidenounThe univalent anion O2-.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Much of the O2 supporting cellular respiration is reduced to the superoxide anion O2-.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: French, Latin, Middle English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

superstitiousadjectiveShowing ignorance of the laws of nature and faith in magic or chance.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Finally realized that the horror he felt was superstitious in origin.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

supineadjectiveOffering no resistance.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

No other colony showed such supine, selfish helplessness in allowing her own border citizens to be mercilessly harried.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

supplyverbCirculate or distribute or equip with.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Supply blankets for the beds.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

supportnounThe activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

His support kept the family together.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Middle French, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

supportedadjectiveHeld up or having the weight borne especially from below.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Supported joints in a railroad track have ties directly under the rail ends.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

supportingadjectiveFurnishing support and encouragement.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The anxious child needs supporting and accepting treatment from the teacher.

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supportiveadjectiveFurnishing support or assistance.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A supportive family network.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Middle French, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

supposedadjectiveRequired or under orders.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

I'm supposed to be there at ten.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

suppressverbTo put down by force or authority.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Suppress a nascent uprising.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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suppressedadjectiveHeld in check with difficulty.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Suppressed laughter.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

supremeadjectiveFinal or last in your life or progress.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The supreme judgment.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle French, Old Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

supremelyadverbTo the maximum degree.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He was supremely confident.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle French, Old Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

sureadjectiveHaving or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Sure of her friends.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Middle French, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

surfverbLook around casually and randomly, without seeking anything in particular.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Surf the internet or the world wide web.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

surfacenounThe outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The cloth had a pattern of red dots on a white surface.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

surgenounA sudden or abrupt strong increase.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Stimulated a surge of speculation.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Middle French, Old Catalan, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

surgerynounA medical procedure involving an incision with instruments; performed to repair damage or arrest disease in a living body.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He died while undergoing surgery.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

surgicaladjectivePerformed with great precision.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A surgical air strike.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

surgicallyadverbIn a surgical manner; by means of surgery.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Surgically removed.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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surmountedadjectiveHaving something on top.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Columns surmounted by statues.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

surplusadjectiveMore than is needed, desired, or required.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Surplus cheese distributed to the needy.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

surprisedadjectiveTaken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A surprised expression.

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surprisingadjectiveCausing surprise or wonder or amazement.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Leaped up with surprising agility.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Latin, Middle English, Middle French, Old English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

surprisinglyadverbIn a surprising manner.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He was surprisingly friendly.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Latin, Middle English, Middle French, Old English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

surrealadjectiveResembling a dream.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

As irrational and surreal as a dream.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek.

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surrenderverbRelinquish possession or control over.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The squatters had to surrender the building after the police moved in.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

surreptitiouslyadverbIn a surreptitious manner.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He was watching her surreptitiously as she waited in the hotel lobby.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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surroundnounThe area in which something exists or lives.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The country--the flat agricultural surround.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Late Latin, Middle English, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

surroundedadjectiveConfined on all sides.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A camp surrounded by enemies.

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surroundingadjectiveClosely encircling.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The surrounding countryside.

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surtaxverbLevy an extra tax on.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Surtax luxury items that cost more than $1,000.

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surveynounThe act of looking or seeing or observing.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

His survey of the battlefield was limited.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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surveyingnounThe practice of measuring angles and distances on the ground so that they can be accurately plotted on a map.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He studied surveying at college.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old English, Old French, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

surviveverbContinue to live through hardship or adversity.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

These superstitions survive in the backwaters of America.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Late Latin, Latin, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

survivingadjectiveStill in existence.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The only surviving frontier blockhouse in Pennsylvania.

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susceptibleadjective(often followed by `of' or `to') yielding readily to or capable of.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Susceptible to colds.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Late Latin, Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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suspectverbImagine to be the case or true or probable.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

I suspect he is a fugitive.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

suspectedadjectiveBelieved likely.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A suspected infection.

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suspendverbCause to be held in suspension in a fluid.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Suspend the particles.

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suspendedadjective(of undissolved particles in a fluid) supported or kept from sinking or falling by buoyancy and without apparent attachment.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Dust particles suspended in the air.

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suspensenounAn uncertain cognitive state.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The matter remained in suspense for several years.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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suspicionnounThe state of being suspected.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He tried to shield me from suspicion.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Latin, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

suspiciousadjectiveNot as expected.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Suspicious behavior.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

suspiciouslyadverbWith suspicion.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

She regarded the food suspiciously.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

English word formation.

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sustainverbSupply with necessities and support.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The money will sustain our good cause.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French, Vulgar Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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sustenancenounThe act of sustaining life by food or providing a means of subsistence.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

They were in want of sustenance.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Vulgar Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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swaggeringadjectiveHaving or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A more swaggering mood than usual.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

swallownounThe act of swallowing.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

One swallow of the liquid was enough.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

swampnounA situation fraught with difficulties and imponderables.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He was trapped in a medical swamp.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle Dutch, Middle English, Middle Low German, Old English, Old Saxon. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

swarmnounA group of many things in the air or on the ground.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A swarm of insects obscured the light.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

swarthyadjectiveNaturally having skin of a dark color.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A smile on his swarthy face.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

swayverbWin approval or support for.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

His speech did not sway the voters.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

swearverbHave confidence or faith in.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

I swear by my grandmother's recipes.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

sweatverbExcrete perspiration through the pores in the skin.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Exercise makes one sweat.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

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