Vocabulaires

the ability to supply one's own needs without external assistance; independence

Having or showing an attitude of moral superiority; believing one’s own beliefs are the only right ones.

The practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically an impulse or desire.

A feeling of pride and confidence in oneself; self-worth.

Reliance on one's own powers and resources rather than those of others; independence.

The quality of being calm and confident and in control of one's emotions; composure.

The act of allowing oneself to enjoy pleasures or desires excessively.

confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect

not drawing attention to oneself; modest

The ability to control one's feelings and overcome one's weaknesses; the ability to pursue what one thinks is right despite temptations to abandon it.

The ability to control one's emotions, behavior, and desires in order to obtain some reward, or avoid some punishment, typically in the longer term.

Conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.

The practice of affirming one's own worthiness and value as an individual.

Excessively preoccupied with oneself and one’s own thoughts, feelings, or interests.

The act of belittling or humiliating oneself.

a person's essential being that distinguishes them from others, especially considered as the object of introspection or reflexive action

Characterized by careful choice; choosing only the best or most suitable.

the act of choosing or the thing that is chosen

carefully chosen from a group for a particular purpose

to choose from a group of options

not often; rarely

To take hold of suddenly and forcibly.

a utensil consisting of a wire or plastic mesh held in a frame, used for straining solids from liquids

An instrument that measures and records details of earthquakes, such as force and duration.

Relating to earthquakes or vibrations of the earth and its crust.

A large fishing net that hangs vertically in the water.

A feudal lord; a man of authority in medieval Europe.

A part or section of something that is divided.

To be filled with intense but unexpressed anger or agitation.

A person who is supposed to be able to see what will happen in the future; a prophet.

to flow or leak slowly through small openings or pores

proper or appropriate in behavior or appearance

appearing to be true, but not necessarily so

to give the impression of being something or having a particular quality

a person who is looking for something, especially knowledge or truth

to try to find or obtain something; to attempt or desire to achieve

dirty, shabby, or in bad condition; also feeling slightly unwell

the small, hard part of a plant from which a new plant can grow

to perceive with the eyes; to visually detect

showing great care, attention, and diligence in work or tasks

the action of seducing someone; temptation to do something wrong

to attract someone into doing something, especially something they might not normally do

Encouraging rebellion against authority.

Relating to or contained in the scriptures or holy writings.

a person who writes documents, especially in ancient times; a professional copyist

A practice game or informal match, often in sports, especially football.

The written text of a play, film, or broadcast; handwriting style.

to write or draw carelessly or quickly

Moving through content on a screen by sliding up or down.

A compulsive need to continuously scroll through content on digital devices, particularly smartphones and social media platforms.