Words Starting With "S"

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Survived

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(adj.) still alive after an experience or event that could have caused death or great harm.<br><br>Example: "She survived the plane crash and was taken to the hospital for treatment."

Survives

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To remain alive or in existence after a difficult or dangerous situation, event, or period.

Surviving

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The word "surviving" is the present participle of the verb "survive." It means:<br><br> Existing or remaining alive<br> Managing to stay in existence or continue in a difficult or challenging situation<br> Continuing to operate or function despite obstacles or difficulties<br> Withstanding or enduring a difficult or trying period of time<br><br>Example sentences:<br><br> "She's been surviving on a limited budget for the past few months."<br> "The organization is struggling to survive due to financial difficulties."<br> "Despite facing many setbacks, the team has been surviving in the tournament."<br><br>Synonyms: living, enduring, existing, persevering, managing

Survivor

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A person or group that remains alive or in existence after a difficult or trying time, such as a disaster, war, or challenge.<br><br>Example: "The survivors of the earthquake were helped by relief organizations."<br><br>Alternatively, it can refer to a contestant or participant on a TV show where individuals or teams compete to be the last one remaining, such as "Survivor" the reality TV show.<br><br>Synonyms: survivor, survivor, winner, champion

Survivors

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Someone who remains alive after a disaster, event, or situation from which others have died.

Survivorship

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Survivorship refers to the state or fact of surviving, or living through, a difficult or catastrophic event, often against the odds, such as a disease, natural disaster, accident, or traumatic experience. It can also refer to the benefit of survivorship, which is the reduced likelihood of a condition or disease occurring in individuals who have reached a certain age, often as a result of a decrease in the prevalence of the condition or disease as a cohort ages.

Surya

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The word "Surya" is a Sanskrit word, which is the root of many Indian languages, including Hindi, Marathi, and many others. In English, "Surya" means "sun".

Susa

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Su-sa:<br><br>1. Susa is a city in Iran, known for its ancient palace and archaeological site.<br><br>2. In phonetics, susa can refer to a type of soft 's' sound, often denoted by the symbol /sʊɹ/ or /zʊɹ/. <br><br>3. Susa can also refer to Susa, a protagonist in the Nico Rosberg video game series.<br><br>Further Information: <br><br>The name' Susa' is often associated with the Elamite and ancient Persian empires in historical contexts.<br><br>Susa is also a shortened form of Susan, a given name of Latin origin, often given to females.

Susan

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Susan is a feminine given name that originated from the Hebrew name "Shoshanah", which means "lily".

Susann

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The proper noun "Susann" is likely a personal name, possibly a variant of Susanne or Susanna, a feminine given name with Germanic origins. This name is derived from the Hebrew name Shoshana, which translates to "lily" or "rose." <br><br>In literature, there is also a novel called "Bathtubs in the hills" by Susann in American novelist Author Jacqueline Susann

Susanna

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A feminine given name, derived from the Hebrew name "Shoshanah," which means "lily." It is a classic name that symbolizes purity, innocence, and beauty. In the Bible, Susanna is the name of a righteous woman who was falsely accused and ultimately exonerated by the prophet Daniel.

Susannah

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Susannah is a feminine given name, derived from the Aramaic name Susanna, which is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Shosanna, or Shushan, meaning "lily".

Susanne

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The name "Susanne" is of German origin, derived from the Latin name "Suzanne", which is itself a variant of the name "Susa" or "Susanna", meaning "lark".

Suscept

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Suggestible or easily influenced by others.

Susceptance

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Susceptance is a measure of how much a circuit or device is capable of conducting alternating current (AC) electricity. It is a complex quantity, with a real part known as conductance and an imaginary part known as reactance.

Susceptibilities

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Nouns<br><br>1. Susceptibilities (noun) - qualities or characteristics that make something or someone vulnerable to a particular disease, influence, or condition.<br><br>Example: The doctor warned her about the susceptibilities of her heart condition.

Susceptibility

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The term "susceptibility" refers to the state or quality of being susceptible, which means being open or prone to influence, impression, or disease. It can be used in various contexts, such as psychology, medicine, or physics.<br><br>In psychology, susceptibility refers to a person's vulnerability to emotional or psychological influences, such as suggestions, persuasion, or mental states like suggestion or hypnotism.<br><br>In medicine, susceptibility refers to a person's likelihood of contracting a disease or infection, often due to factors like environmental factors, genetics, or predispositions.<br><br>In physics, susceptibility refers to the measure of how easily a substance can be magnetized or polarized by an external magnetic field.<br><br>Overall, susceptibility implies a lack of immunity or resilience, making something or someone more susceptible to external forces or influences.<br><br>Synonyms: vulnerability, susceptibility, moiety

Susceptible

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Vulnerable or open to attack, criticism, or bad influences. <br><br>Example: "The city is susceptible to natural disasters due to its location in a high-risk area." <br><br>Synonyms: vulnerable, prone, exposed, liable, susceptible to.

Susceptibly

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Susceptibly refers to the state of being easily influenced or affected by something, such as persuasion, temptation, or emotions. It describes a person's susceptibility to external factors that can impact their thoughts, feelings, or behavior.

Susception

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Susceptive

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Susceptible refers to the quality or state of being easily influenced or affected by something, often in a negative way. It means being vulnerable or prone to experiencing a particular outcome or emotion.

Susceptivity

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The term "susceptivity" refers to the state or quality of being easily influenced or affected by something, often in a negative way. It can also refer to the ability to be a suitable subject or object for a particular influence or treatment.<br><br>In science, susceptivity is often used to describe the ability of a material or an organism to be affected by a particular phenomenon, such as magnetism, radiation, or infection. For example:<br><br> The glass is resistant to magnetic fields, but it has susceptivity to electromagnetic interference.<br> The bacteria showed susceptivity to the antibiotic, quickly dying in its presence.<br><br>In social and cultural contexts, susceptivity can refer to the tendency to be susceptible to persuasion, suggestion, or emotional manipulation. For example:<br><br> She was very susceptible to her friends' bad advice and often ended up in trouble.<br> He is quite susceptible to the charm of charismatic salespeople.<br><br>Overall, susceptivity implies a vulnerability or openness to the influence or impact of something, often with potential consequences.

Susceptor

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A susceptor is an object that attracts or receives heat, particularly in the context of microwave cooking or heating. In a microwave oven, a susceptor is a metalized plastic or paper material that is designed to concentrate microwave energy on its surface, causing it to heat up rapidly. The heat is then transferred to nearby objects, cooking food more evenly and quickly.

Suscipe

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The word "suscipe" comes from Latin and it means "take, receive."

Suscipience

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Suscipience refers to the capacity or ability to receive or endure something, especially suffering or hardship. It can also refer to the state of being tolerant or capable of bearing something unpleasant, such as pain or an unpleasant situation.

Suscipiency

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Suscipiency refers to the quality or state of being capable of receiving or appreciating something, especially a sound or an idea.

Suscipient

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Someone or something that receives or is the recipient of something, especially a message, gift, or grant.

Suscitate

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"Suscitate" is a verb that means to restore or bring back to life. It is often used in medical contexts to describe a process of reviving someone who has fainted or is in a state of clinical death.<br><br>Example sentence: "The paramedics attempted to suscitate the patient after the heart attack."

Suscitation

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Suscitation refers to the act or process of resuscitating someone, particularly in the context of medicine, when the person's heart has stopped beating or has stopped breathing. This can involve CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), the use of a defibrillator, or other medical interventions to restore breathing and circulation.

Sushi

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Sushi refers to a dish made from vinegared rice, typically served with various toppings and garnishes, such as raw fish or other seafood, vegetables, and sometimes egg or tofu.

Susie

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A common English name, typically for a female. Derived from the Latin name Susanna, which is a feminine form of the Hebrew name Shoshanah, meaning "lily". It is a classic and timeless name that has been popular for many years in many English-speaking countries.

Suskind

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The term "Suskind" could refer to several things, including:<br><br>1. Jonathan Fraze Suskind: An American non-fiction author, journalist, and national security policy commentator. His notable books include "Without Mercy: The Conflict Over Capital Punishment" and "A Hope in the Unseen," which won the Pulitzer Prize for Nonfiction in 1996.<br><br>2. Gary David Suskind: An American pediatric pulmonologist. He was also the co-founder of the International Securities Exchange.

Suspect

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To believe that someone has done something wrong, or to have doubts about the innocence of a person or thing, especially in a formal investigation.

Suspected

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Meaning: Unconfirmed, implying that there is reason to believe something is true, but not enough evidence to prove it for certain.<br><br>Example: "The police are suspected of invading the suspect's home in search of evidence."

Suspectful

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Suggesting or based on suspicion.<br><br>Example: "She had a suspicious-looking person lurking in the shadows, and the new employee seemed a bit suspicious to her."

Suspecting

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To suspect someone or something means to think that they are likely to be guilty of a crime, wrong, or unfaithful, without having enough evidence to be certain.<br><br>Example: "I don't want to accuse him, but I'm starting to suspect that he was behind the missing money."<br><br>It can also mean to think that something might happen or be true, without having any proof.<br><br>Example: "I'm suspecting that it might rain tomorrow, because the sky looks dark."<br><br>In general, suspecting implies a feeling of uncertainty or doubt, and it often implies a sense of caution or concern.