to weave together strands of hair or material

in a way that is not the same as another or as expected

awaiting; not yet decided or settled; in the process of being completed

a mythical creature that sucks blood from the living; metaphorically, a person who exploits others

attractive in appearance, usually referring to men; also can mean generous or impressive in size.

Advancement in both social and economic conditions of a society or community.

Occurring or situated between stars.

To form a mental image of something; to imagine.

relating to or consisting of plants or vegetation

a distinctive smell, especially an unpleasant one

a contract by which one party conveys land, property, services, etc. to another for a specified time, usually in return for a periodic payment

the number following one

to behave toward someone or something in a particular way

Filled with grief or sadness; mournful.

in a manner showing anger or strong displeasure

special honor or respect shown publicly; tribute paid to someone in recognition of their merit

not confirmed as true or definite; not verified or substantiated

pompous or pretentious speech or writing; originally a type of thick cloth

The highest point; the top or the apex.

A person who strongly resists change and remains loyal to a belief or cause.

the interbreeding of people considered to be of different racial types

something that came before; a previous event, condition, or cause

a device that supports or strengthens something; to prepare mentally or physically for something difficult

Having good luck or receiving something desirable by chance.

To change from gas to liquid form; to become denser.

To burn something superficially or lightly, especially at the edges.

To provide or endow with a quality or ability.

A means of solving a problem or dealing with a difficult situation.

A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced.

A unit of length in the metric system equal to 100 centimeters; also, a device that measures quantity such as electricity or gas.

The policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change.

The process by which a company gains exclusive control over a commercial activity.

a covered dish used for cooking and serving food, especially baked dishes

To place two different things close together to show how they are different or similar.

Lacking perception, consciousness, or sensation.

To stride over something; to step across with long steps.

As a noun: a small natural stream; As a verb: to tolerate or endure something

The act of praising or expressing approval.

Capable of being refuted or disproved.

Moving in a particular direction.

a particular kind of matter with uniform properties; the essential nature of something; material or content

to mention things one by one; to list or count

a round, deep dish or basin used for food or liquid

appearing to be true, but not necessarily so

a very young child, especially one newly or recently born

easily frightened or nervous; unpredictable

the mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual; a person in a novel, play, or film

continually complaining or finding fault in a petty way

To indicate or suggest something that will happen in the future

to move or flap quickly and lightly; to beat or wave with small rapid motions

The front of a building; a false or superficial appearance

to cause damage, injury, or hurt to someone or something

the inability to make decisions quickly; uncertainty about what to do

having the color of earth or wood; dark colored

Immediate assistance given to a sick or injured person until full medical treatment is available

in a respectful and considerate manner; courteously; with good manners

the way a person or animal acts or conducts themselves

to cause severe and extensive damage or destruction

To act or move slowly; to waste time; also to engage in a casual romantic relationship.

The vocabulary of a person, language, or branch of knowledge; a collection of words and terms.

a set of connected parts forming a complex whole; an organized method

a tool with two movable arms used to pick up and hold objects

a drug made from the resin of the cannabis plant

To make fun of someone or something in a cruel or dismissive way.

A person dressed in ragged clothes; ragged or dilapidated in appearance.

a woman who is romantically or sexually attracted to other women

a continent located in the Western Hemisphere, mostly in the Southern Hemisphere

real and existing, not just imagined or supposed

A bright blue color like that of a clear sky.

a loud and emotional noise or disturbance; public outcry

a round vegetable with a strong taste and smell, made up of many layers

to form or discharge pus, usually as a result of infection

Weak, shaky, or unsteady, especially due to old age.

not having the necessary skills or qualifications; complete or absolute

a position in a list or hierarchy, especially in terms of performance or importance

to take someone's position of power illegally or by force

punishment inflicted as vengeance for a wrong or crime

The rapid development of industry that occurred in Britain in the late 18th and 19th centuries, brought about by the introduction of machinery and characterized by the use of steam power and the growth of factories.

a person who skillfully throws and catches objects as entertainment

lacking the ability, skill, or capacity to do something

the study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts, monuments, and other physical remains

An activity or purpose natural to or intended for a person or thing.

a small round blue fruit that grows on bushes

A planet that orbits a star outside the solar system.

using high-flown or pompous language

incomplete; showing bias or prejudice

unwilling; hesitant; disinclined to do something;

a tall, thin dog with long legs that can run very fast

the process of keeping eggs, cells, or organisms in the right conditions for development

A set of beliefs or principles held and taught by a religious, political, or other group.

strange; unusual; peculiar; odd

the state of being useful, profitable, or beneficial; a public service

Absorb or assimilate ideas or knowledge. To drink or take in.

A swollen area within body tissue containing pus, usually caused by infection.

the action or process of finishing something

Having little or no money; poor.

Unable to see because of injury, disease, or a congenital condition.

an urgent request; the desire of consumers for goods or services

a number of events, objects, or people of a similar or related kind coming one after another; a set of related television or radio programmes

a sudden and very heavy rainfall

The omission of words in a sentence, represented by three dots (...).

The action of mathematical calculation.

safe to drink; drinkable

visual images, designs, or drawings used to convey information or artistic expression

to dig out something buried, especially a body from the ground

Chemical messengers that transmit signals across nerve synapses, affecting mood, behavior, and cognitive functions.

extremely dry, especially because of heat or thirst

in an extremely disturbed or excited state of mind, often due to illness or emotion

a person who knows and can use several languages

to happen again, especially repeatedly or at regular intervals

to take part in or become involved in an activity

The action of thinking deeply about something; contemplation

giving a warning or prediction about something, especially something unpleasant

to decorate or adorn something in a showy way

The parents of one's father or mother.

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

an appliance for washing dishes automatically

Relating to or situated on the edge or outer parts of something.

to think deeply about something; to chew cud (for animals)

to lose something temporarily by putting it in the wrong place