careful to pay attention; alert and observant

To lift to a higher position; to raise to a more important or impressive level.

showing prejudice for or against someone or something unfairly

not the same in quantity, size, or value; not fair or just

A landform at the mouth of a river where it splits into several outlets.

Extending or varying between limits.

smooth and difficult to hold; causing sliding or slipping

Giving an appearance or impression different from the truth; misleading.

the process of getting better after illness, loss, or difficulty

Having a balance between emitting carbon and absorbing carbon from the atmosphere; not adding to overall carbon emissions.

a quantity that fills the hand; a small number or amount; something difficult to control

without interruption; in an unbroken sequence

To make or become united, uniform, or whole; to bring together into a single unit.

the action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country

a person who is new to an activity or organization; a beginner

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

Introducing new ideas or methods; innovative or pioneering.

wood prepared for use in building and carpentry

being conscious or aware; paying attention to the present moment

able to be prevented or avoided

a thin board or surface on which an artist sets and mixes colors; also a range of colors used in art or design

Evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerful way.

The movement of blood through the body, or the movement of any fluid through a closed system.

a prediction or estimate of future events, especially coming weather conditions

unsolicited or unwanted electronic communication, typically in the form of email

The faith, practice, and church order of the Roman Catholic Church.

believable; credible; persuasive; able to make someone believe something

a system of religious veneration and devotion directed toward a particular figure or object

A period of time during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or computers, regarded as an opportunity to reduce stress or focus on social interaction in the physical world.

not confirmed as true or definite; not verified or substantiated

a person who operates equipment, a business, or controls something

The deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, usually performed during the first 28 weeks.

Financial assistance provided by government to reduce costs of goods or services.

total, complete, or without restriction

a person who unlawfully kills another human being with intent

The process of creating a believable character in fiction by giving the character depth and personality.

Full of or dominated by something unpleasant.

a feeling of revulsion or strong disapproval aroused by something unpleasant

To repeat or resound; to be reminiscent of something.

an official patriotic song of a country, performed at national events and ceremonies

Lacking in movement, action, or change; stationary.

The action or process of distributing resources or duties for a particular purpose.

a first-year student at a high school, college, or university

competition for the same objective or for superiority in the same field; the state of being rivals

An aromatic plant used for flavoring; also a place where money is manufactured

reckless; extremely urgent; critical

most importantly; above all; in the first place

a person's capacity for sexual feelings and orientation

discussion aimed at reaching an agreement; bargaining

unity or agreement of feeling or action among individuals with a common interest

to pass the tongue over something; to defeat decisively

Half of a circle or something shaped like half of a circle.

a tropical fruit with sweet pink or white flesh and small seeds

The process of reaching a conclusion through logical reasoning.

Produced or involving production without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents.

a regular payment made to someone who is no longer working because of age or disability

The avoidance of excess or extremes; keeping balance or within reasonable limits.

Each of two or more children or offspring having one or both parents in common.

A person who leads or oversees discussions, debates, or forums to maintain order.

a fatty substance found in the blood, high levels of which can cause health problems

the interruption of a settled and peaceful condition; anxiety or mental uneasiness

Rules or directives made and maintained by an authority.

money obtained in return for labor or services

The discharge of lava, ash, and gases from a volcano.

a small ornamental freshwater fish with golden or orange coloration, commonly kept as a pet

To make a process or system operate automatically by means of machines or computers.

the process of becoming familiar with a new situation or environment

The duty to act in ways that benefit society as a whole.

An office or agency that provides services or manages specific duties.

A failure to understand something correctly; a disagreement or confusion between people

feeling or showing extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

not able to be broken or damaged; very strong and durable

to a reasonable extent, not excessively

The ability of an economy to support a defined level of economic production indefinitely.

an area of land set aside for burial of the dead; a cemetery

a traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated; an extremely famous or notorious person

something created or built by humans rather than occurring naturally

Suggested or understood without being directly stated.

An organization, business, or system; the act of setting something up.

the action of reserving something; an arrangement whereby something is reserved for a particular person; a qualification to an expression of agreement or approval

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

Relating to the digestion of food.

Having great knowledge or experience of the world and knowing about fashion, culture, and other things that people think are socially important; highly developed or complex.

relating to a parent or parents; characteristic of a mother or father

about to happen soon; willing to share information

willingness to take risks; confidence and courage in behavior

a claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal

showing signs of future success or potential

To get rid of something, or to arrange or incline towards something.

to come together for a common purpose or to recover strength or spirit

a ceremony typically held shortly after a person's death, usually including burial or cremation

Hit with force when moving; come into conflict or opposition.

showing or feeling discrimination or prejudice against people of other races

The measure of how thick or dense something is

A sudden and widespread disaster or misfortune.

machines collectively, or the parts of a machine; also, the system or process by which something works

violent; aggressive; showing strong feeling or determination

aromatic spice obtained from the inner bark of several tree species

an aromatic herb with green leaves used in cooking, especially Italian cuisine

a combination of statements, ideas, or features which are opposed to one another; inconsistency

To make someone annoyed or angry; to cause discomfort or inflammation.

to make less extreme or intense; to control or preside over

basic or hidden but important; forming the foundation of something

To interpret someone's words or actions as a personal attack or criticism.

The gradual gathering or collecting of something over time.

the firm flesh that surrounds the roots of the teeth; a viscous secretion

A single microscopic organism belonging to the group of bacteria.

suddenly and strongly; in a cutting or intense way

relating to Cuba, its people, or its culture

arrangement in a straight line or in proper position

The social group between the upper and working classes, typically consisting of well-educated people.

a feeling of deep distress caused by loss or disappointment

completely; absolutely; totally

relating to or characteristic of a suburb or the people living there

to gradually weaken or damage something or someone

To discuss something formally in order to reach an agreement.

a part or element of a larger whole, especially a machine or system

a printed or electronic report containing news or information about a company or organization

Very intense; overpowering.

Claims or assertions that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof.

to improve by making small changes; to purify