the practice of refraining from extramarital or premarital sexual relations; sexual purity

poetry; the art or composition of poems

Causes, explanations, or justifications for an action or event.

in a way that is worthy of respect; decently; properly

A small shiny piece of metal or plastic used for decoration on clothes.

a large orange tropical fruit with sweet orange flesh and black seeds

The literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests.

an additional benefit or privilege given to an employee beyond their regular salary; a special right or advantage

Extremely hungry and greedy; voracious.

a shortened form of a word or phrase

The process of changing or losing color; fading.

A gradual reduction and eventual elimination of something.

A collection of preserved plant specimens and associated data used for scientific study.

Relating to animals that prey on others; exploiting or victimizing others for personal gain.

willing to do dishonest things in return for money; corrupt

Using energy or effort to achieve something.

To obtain something from a source.

a sound people make when they hesitate or are unsure what to say next.

a metal support used in a fireplace to hold logs

the joint connecting the foot with the leg

only one; not one of several

An animal that hunts and kills other animals for food.

acting suddenly without careful thought

to lift something; to collect or receive someone or something; to learn or acquire gradually; to improve or increase

Hatred or dislike of marriage.

A formal written order issued by a court.

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

The least or smallest amount or quantity possible, attained, or required.

the act of making something unclear or confusing; a state of being puzzled or bewildered

An ethical theory that treats self-interest as the foundation of morality; also, excessive preoccupation with oneself.

a vivid crimson color; a red pigment obtained from cochineal

A member of the clergy or church official.

the process of managing or organizing something; a government or organization

the course or path on which someone or something is moving; instructions on what to do

moving or happening quickly; rapid; swift

Made up of different, often incongruous or diverse elements.

A strong, sweet alcoholic drink flavored with fruits, herbs, or spices.

continuously talking or complaining about something in a tiresome way

Money, food, or goods given to the poor as charity.

a natural or artificial substance used to give color to something

a recorded film or video, especially one that is used for news or documentaries

a gardening tool with a thin metal blade used for breaking up soil and removing weeds

The reluctant acceptance of something without protest.

a wreath of flowers and leaves, worn on the head or hung as decoration

A large collection of linguistic data used for language analysis and research.

unconventional and slightly strange in behavior or appearance

a large box or chest, typically used for storage or travel

having the ability, fitness, or quality necessary to do or achieve something; competent

extremely poor; poverty-stricken; miserly

Relating to actuaries or their work of analyzing financial risk and uncertainty, especially in insurance and pensions.

The act of moving, doing, or achieving something quietly and secretly.

a drooping, often tasseled cluster of small flowers found on willow and birch trees

the emission of light from a hot object; brilliance

Having a valence of five, especially in chemistry.

A place, such as a pantry, where food is stored.

to speak or write with great enthusiasm and admiration

the action or process of bringing something into existence; something that has been made or invented

The act of destroying or ruining something, often evidence or property.

Combine (a number of things) into a coherent whole.

Completely sealed, especially so that no air can enter or escape.

a device inserted into the ear to block out noise or water

Large collections of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity.

meat from a deer used as food

to create or design something that has not existed before

to live or dwell in a particular place

a small or minor fault or sin

Relating to or causing pestilence; very harmful, troublesome, or dangerous.

A trite or unoriginal idea or remark; also a chemical compound of bromine.

a person whose job is cutting up and selling meat in a shop

deliberately stubborn; done on purpose; intentional

To extend the duration of something; to make something last longer.

An economic system where economic activities are controlled by the government.

a sound that is reflected back; a repetition or imitation

Relating to a physical illness or condition caused or aggravated by mental factors such as stress.

The office, dignity, or system of church government by prelates.

ready to accept something without protest, or to do what someone else wants

A standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed.

The central core of an atom containing protons and neutrons.

a proportion or share in relation to a whole

A person whose job is to prepare the dead for burial and arrange funerals.

to make clear; to explain more clearly

an annual festival celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed on December 25

To mark with spots or patches of color.

causing anxiety or concern; troubling

in a peaceful way without showing strong emotions; quietly and without excitement

the action of pausing or delaying; uncertainty or unwillingness to act

a casual shirt with short sleeves and no collar

the solid surface of the earth; to prohibit someone (often a child) from going out

the organ of hearing; the ability to hear or listen

providing amusement or enjoyment; funny and engaging

not conforming to the standards expected in a particular profession

A woman who is the head of a family or community.

to shake or tremble slightly, often from fear, nervousness, or excitement

Temporarily not allowed, stopped, or hanging.

severely critical of others

the measurement of someone or something from base to top

a long, narrow strip of material, often sticky on one side, used for fastening or sticking things together

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.

inactive; sleeping; temporarily suspended; not currently active

a person or thing that receives something; the part of a telephone containing the earpiece and mouthpiece

a pale or bright shade of any color

The practice of keeping and raising bees for honey and other products.

A tiny particle or speck, especially of dust.

comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness

a remark made in order to be polite or friendly; light conversation or jokes

a qualification, achievement, or aspect of a person's background used to indicate suitability for something

lacking sophistication or good taste; crude and offensive in language or behavior

To indicate or suggest something that will happen in the future

A feeling of pensive sadness; thoughtful or gentle sadness

Not having or showing foresight; spending wastefully or without thought for the future.

The ethical theory that actions are right if they are useful or for the benefit of the majority.

the state of being close to someone or something; proximity

a large group of animals of the same type that live and feed together; or to gather animals into a group.

The ability to do something well; expertise.

a formal request for something; the act of putting something into operation; or a software program

To forcibly put an end to; to restrain or subdue.

A thing that a person or group does or has done.

A collection or mixture of different things grouped together.

Information or understanding that has never been obtained or achieved before.

To swell out or bulge.

Dark or poorly lit; depressing or pessimistic.