deviating from what is normal or usual, typically in a way that is undesirable

To occur at the same time or to be in agreement.

providing encouragement or emotional help to someone

To strike repeatedly with force.

to deceive someone by pretending to have strength, knowledge, or resources that one does not actually possess

a class of people holding exceptional rank and privileges, especially hereditary nobility

a wild animal of Africa and Asia that looks like a dog and makes a sound like laughter

having a tendency or disposition toward something

having glamour; attractive in an exciting way; fashionable;

to keep something for future use; to book in advance

Make changes in (something, typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it.

a numeral from 0 to 9; also a finger or toe

deserving praise; commendable; admirable

small swift-flying bird that catches insects on the wing

the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance

A number system based on 10; a number expressed in the base-10 system.

To plan or invent something carefully.

not affected by alcohol; serious and thoughtful; moderate

in a public manner; openly; for everyone to see or know

open-minded; tolerant; generous; progressive in thinking

in a way that cannot be avoided or prevented

complete; absolute; transparent; very steep

Taking action by causing change and not only reacting to change when it happens.

to release air, gas, or strong emotions; an opening that allows air, gas, or liquid to pass

Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.

a naturally occurring substance that is solid and inorganic, often used in industry or nutrition

from that time on

a container used to store soap

in a rude or discourteous manner; without showing respect or proper manners

to give something to make up for loss or damage; to counterbalance

not heard or listened to; not given a hearing; unknown or unfamiliar

a person who applies for something, such as a job or a position

Mental exercises designed to improve cognitive functions, memory retention, and overall brain performance.

a blood vessel that carries blood back to the heart; a streak or marking of a different color

a person legally entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death

a particular attitude or way of considering a matter

wild or violent anger; extreme intensity of emotion or activity

A tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe the worst will happen.

Not causing pain; involving little effort or stress.

an impression or mark made on a surface by a person's fingertip; unique identification pattern

a useful or pleasant facility or feature of a place

not allowed; prohibited; banned

information spread to promote a particular political cause or point of view

the action of opposing or resisting something

A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim; the art of planning and directing operations.

The quality of being able to adjust to new conditions or circumstances

Buildings or other objects constructed from several parts.

To temporarily stop something from being active or valid.

a survey of public opinion or voting in an election

Relating to the intellect; a person who engages in critical thinking and study.

an inclined surface; a piece of ground that is not level

The ability to concentrate deeply on a specific task or thought; mental concentration and attention.

The possession or occupation of land or property as a tenant.

in a poor condition; worn out or neglected

to stop or bring to a stop

poisonous; very harmful or unpleasant

completely; directly; without reservation or concealment

the state of being alike or similar; similarity in appearance or character

the process of collecting money for a cause or project

a person who held a job or office before the current holder; something that came before another thing

to move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward

to ask; to investigate

to show or prove that something is right or reasonable

an eclipse in which the sun is obscured by the moon passing between it and the earth

A public room for relaxing; or to sit, lie, or stand in a relaxed way.

dishonest or morally wrong; to make something impure or evil

a jumping insect with long hind legs that feeds on grass and plants

A group of three people or things, especially in music or performance.

A deep gorge, typically one with a river flowing through it.

The ability to understand something; understanding or grasp of knowledge.

the space where a door opens into a room or building

a person who practices law; a lawyer

a delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern; a cord or string for fastening

An official count or survey of a population, typically recording various details of individuals.

able to be prevented or avoided

A strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end, driven into the ground.

Able to be brought about or reached successfully.

an attractively arranged bunch of flowers, especially one presented as a gift or carried at a ceremony

not ready to do something; reluctant; not wanting to do

a small group of people organized for a specific purpose or task, often in the military or sports

a person who fights in battles; a brave or experienced fighter

Lacking the basic resources or conditions needed for a good standard of living or equal opportunities.

A journalist who reports news from a particular place or on a particular subject.

to cause severe and overwhelming destruction or damage

Minor actions or initiatives that can collectively make a significant impact.

the process of recording, summarizing, and reporting financial transactions

a person who protects someone or something from harm or attack

A government department responsible for a particular area of public administration

A system of recording information in a way that makes it difficult or impossible to change, hack, or cheat the system

not providing help or support; making a situation harder rather than easier

Technologies that are designed to minimize environmental impact and promote sustainability.

to go on a long, difficult journey, especially on foot

The emission of energy as electromagnetic waves or as moving subatomic particles.

to talk or write at length in a confused or inconsequential way; to walk for pleasure without a fixed route.

grass that has been cut, dried, and stored for use as animal feed

A song that is identified with a particular group, movement, or nation, often expressing pride or unity.

the legal right of the creator of a work to control its use and distribution

to interrupt or cause someone to stop what they are doing

the height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level

in spite of that; nevertheless

to feel sorry for someone; to understand and share someone's feelings

to join pieces of fabric or material together using a needle and thread

the quality of continuing steadily despite problems or difficulties

rare; not easily found; existing in small quantities

to move one's head down and up to show agreement or acknowledgment

a thing that is composed of two or more separate elements; an enclosed area with buildings

expressing praise or admiration; given or supplied free of charge as a courtesy

in a kind, giving, or unselfish manner; in a plentiful or abundant way

A meal where guests serve themselves from a variety of dishes arranged on a table; also means to strike repeatedly (as a verb).

in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt

Growing or living in or near water; of or relating to water.

The trapping of the sun's warmth in a planet's lower atmosphere due to the greater transparency of the atmosphere to visible radiation from the sun than to infrared radiation emitted from the planet's surface.

a very small version of something; small in scale or size

the action of rotating around an axis or center; a single turn

a deeply distressing or disturbing experience; physical injury or emotional shock

a piece of furniture with doors and shelves used for storage

to hold someone closely in your arms; to accept willingly

the purpose or reason behind an action; a strong determination to do something

extreme fear; the use of violence and intimidation for political aims

Relating to or characteristic of a colony or colonialism, especially involving the control of one country by another.

Beginning a journey or enterprise.