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The quality of being naive; lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment.
"His naivete made him an easy target for manipulation."
The quality of being innocent, simple, and lacking experience or sophistication.
"Her naivety made her trust people too easily."
Without a name or not known by name.
"A nameless fear crept over him in the dark room."
The branch of technology that deals with dimensions and tolerances of less than 100 nanometers.
"Nanotechnology is advancing medical treatments."
Excessive interest in or admiration of oneself.
"His constant selfies were a sign of his narcissism."
A person who has an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves.
"Everyone avoided him because he was a narcissist."
A drug that dulls the senses and relieves pain, often causing sleep and sometimes addiction.
"The police seized a large amount of narcotic substances."
The way in which a story is told, including the point of view and the voice of the narrator.
"Dickens' narrative style is engaging and emotional."
Having a limited outlook or unwillingness to accept different opinions or ideas.
"She was too narrow-minded to consider other perspectives."
by a small margin; barely; in a limited way
"She narrowly escaped the accident."
Relating to the nose; a sound produced through the nose.
"He spoke with a nasal voice due to his cold."
Just coming into existence and beginning to develop.
"The nascent technology has great potential."
The transfer of private property or business to government ownership.
"The nationalization of banks increased state control over finance."
A feeling of sickness with an inclination to vomit.
"The strong smell of paint gave her a sudden nausea."
feeling like you are about to vomit; causing a feeling of sickness
"The smell of rotten food made her feel nauseous."
relating to ships, sailors, or navigation on water
"He studied nautical charts before setting sail."
the branch of a nation's armed services that conducts military operations at sea
"The naval force protected the country's coastline from enemy attacks."
the small hollow or raised area in the middle of the stomach, also called the belly button
"The baby’s navel was carefully cleaned after birth."
Able to be sailed on or through by ships or boats.
"The river is navigable for large cargo ships."
A cloud of gas and dust in outer space, sometimes visible in the night sky.
"The Orion Nebula is one of the brightest in the sky."
To make something necessary or unavoidable.
"The heavy rains necessitated the cancellation of the event."
the edge of a garment around the neck, especially as cut to form a particular shape
"The dress has a beautiful V-shaped neckline."
a sweet liquid produced by flowers and collected by bees; in mythology, the drink of the gods
"The bees were busy collecting nectar from the flowers."
A smooth-skinned variety of peach.
"She bought a basket of fresh nectarines from the market."
unnecessary; not required; without purpose
"The argument was needless and could have been avoided."
The craft of sewing, embroidery, or knitting done with a needle.
"Her grandmother taught her the art of needlework."
To cancel out or make ineffective; to deny the truth of something.
"The new evidence will negate the claims made earlier."
The act of denying something; the contradiction or absence of something.
"The theory is built on the negation of traditional beliefs."
Failing to give proper care or attention.
"The neglectful parent left the child alone for hours."
Failure to take proper care in doing something, often resulting in damage or harm.
"The accident was caused by the driver's negligence."
Failing to take proper care in doing something; careless.
"The company was found negligent in providing workplace safety."
So small or unimportant as to be not worth considering; insignificant.
"The cost of the error was negligible."
Open to discussion or modification; capable of being bargained for.
"The salary offered is negotiable."
A long-standing rival or an inescapable agent of downfall.
"For years, he considered his colleague to be his nemesis."
Relating to the later part of the Stone Age, when ground or polished stone weapons and tools prevailed.
"Neolithic communities began practicing agriculture and domesticating animals."
The practice of giving unfair advantages to relatives, especially in jobs or positions of power.
"The company was accused of nepotism after the manager hired his brother."
to settle or lie comfortably within or against something
"The child nestled into her mother's arms."
Relating to nerves or the nervous system.
"Scientists study neural connections in the brain."
Relating to the anatomy, functions, and organic disorders of nerves and the nervous system.
"Meditation has positive neurological effects on mental health."
The branch of medicine that deals with disorders of the nervous system.
"She specializes in neurology and treats patients with brain diseases."
The ability of the brain to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life.
"Meditation enhances neuroplasticity, improving memory and focus."
A relatively mild mental illness that is not caused by organic disease, involving symptoms of stress.
"His neurosis made social interactions difficult."
Chemical messengers that transmit signals across nerve synapses, affecting mood, behavior, and cognitive functions.
"Serotonin and dopamine are key neurotransmitters affecting mood."
To remove the reproductive organs of an animal; or having no gender.
"They decided to neuter their cat to prevent more kittens."
the state of not supporting either side in a conflict or dispute
"Switzerland is famous for its neutrality in wars."
to make something ineffective or harmless
"The medicine helped neutralize the poison in his system."
a connection or series of connections linking two or more things
"The town was a nexus for trade routes in the region."
a comfortable or suitable position in life or employment
"He has found his niche in the marketing industry."
a small coin, typically worth five cents in the United States
"He found a nickel on the ground."
