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sickens

/ˈsɪkənz/

Meanings
verb
To make ill.

Examples :

"The infection will sicken him until amputation is needed."
medicine disease body

Related Words

Illustration negativity

negativity noun

/ˌnɛɡəˈtɪvəti/ /ˌnɛɡəˈtɪvɪti/

The characteristic of being pessimistic or contrarian.

"His constant negativity at work made it hard for the team to finish projects. "

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standing verb

/ˈstændɪŋ/

(heading) To position or be positioned physically.

"The teacher stood and pointed to the map, standing in front of the class. "

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acceptance noun

/ək.ˈsɛp.təns/

The act of accepting; a receiving of something offered, with acquiescence, approbation, or satisfaction; especially, favourable reception; approval.

"the acceptance of a gift, office, doctrine, etc."

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disgusting verb

/dɪsˈɡʊstɪŋ/ /dɪsˈkʌstɪŋ/

To cause an intense dislike for something.

"It disgusts me to see her chew with her mouth open."

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abhorrence noun

/əbˈhɒɹ.n̩s/ /əbˈhɑɹ.n̩s/

Extreme aversion or detestation; the feeling of utter dislike or loathing.

"Her abhorrence of violence was so strong that she couldn't even watch action movies. "

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amputation noun

/ˌæmpjəˈteɪʃən/ /ˌæmpjuˈteɪʃən/

Surgical removal of all or part of a limb, etc.

"After the accident, the doctor performed an amputation of the injured boy's arm. "

Illustration arrogant

arrogant adjective

/ˈæɹəɡənt/

Having excessive pride in oneself, often with contempt or disrespect for others.

"The arrogant student dismissed his classmates' questions, believing his answers were always superior. "

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reputation noun

/ˌɹɛpjʊˈteɪʃən/

What somebody is known for.

"My sister's reputation for being organized helped her excel in school. "

Illustration exercise

exercise noun

/ˈɛk.sə.saɪz/ /ˈɛk.sɚ.saɪz/

Any activity designed to develop or hone a skill or ability.

"The teacher told us that the next exercise is to write an essay."

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politician noun

/ˈpɒl.ɪ.tɪʃ.ən/ /pɑl.ɪˈtɪʃ.ən/

One engaged in politics, especially an elected or appointed government official.

"The politician spoke at the school assembly about the importance of community involvement. "

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infection noun

/ɪnˈfɛkʃən/

The act or process of infecting.

"The infection spread quickly through the classroom after one student got sick. "

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behaviour noun

/bɪˈheɪvjə/ /bɪˈheɪvjɚ/

The way a living creature behaves or acts.

"The teacher praised Sarah's good behaviour in class. "