Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial.

to seal a crack or gap with a waterproof filler

giving the impression that something bad will happen; threatening; foreboding

dishonest or suspicious activity; unethical behavior; trickery or deception

to make something more beautiful or attractive

Trapped or entangled in something, typically a difficult situation.

An abstract idea or general notion

To calm or soothe someone's anger or anxiety.

shining or glowing with light

a pleasant, sweet smell; a perfume or cologne

Rising and hovering in the air, especially as a result of supernatural or magical power.

a paid position of regular employment; a task or piece of work

a student, especially a young one; the central opening of the eye that lets in light

to hit or push with the head or horns; to strike forcefully

not fully developed; lacking emotional or intellectual development; childish

a wide-mouthed container made of glass or pottery; to have a harsh or unpleasant effect

the lack of ability, power, or fitness to do something

a general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease whose exact cause is difficult to identify

A thing that happens, especially one of importance.

to cut down a tree; to cause to fall; to strike down

The quality of being extreme, strong, or forceful in degree.

To join or blend two or more things together into one.

the process of disappearing or wasting; excessive indulgence in pleasure

operating without wires; using radio waves for communication

The study of prison management and criminal rehabilitation.

a small tool used for writing, drawing, or touching screens

the practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically alcohol or sex

the act of carrying out a plan, order, or legal sentence

a team of people who maintain and service aircraft on the ground

Showing a tendency to argue or fight; aggressive.

The state or degree of being easily or conveniently done; possibility.

to decorate or add beauty to something

to make smaller; to enter into a formal agreement

Conforming to a fixed or oversimplified idea of what someone or something is like.

the belief that one is inherently deserving of privileges or special treatment; a right to benefits

having or showing trust in someone or something; trusting

in addition; too

a person who practices necromancy; a wizard or magician who claims to communicate with the dead

slightly drunk; small or tiny

used to express regret or disappointment about something

to depict or describe something vividly in words or art.

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

making a loud, prolonged barking or howling sound, especially of dogs

a small, exclusive group of people with shared interests

Relating to the legendary King Arthur and the stories surrounding him.

the envelope of gases surrounding the earth or another planet; the pervading tone or mood of a place

to soften or break up something, especially food, by soaking in liquid

identification; a document or number used to prove who someone is

to acquire knowledge or skills; to gain understanding

in a way that is not typical or expected; to an uncommon degree

A machine that works automatically; also refers to a person who behaves like a machine, without thinking.

a thick mass of coagulated liquid, especially blood; to form such a mass.

to disagree with or resist; to act against

Of or relating to a galaxy or galaxies.

An illness, typically a minor one.

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

the branch of science concerned with fossil animals and plants

to happen as a result or consequence

the state of being unable to do something

extremely tired; exhausted

relating to the mind; in terms of mental processes

to require something; to be in want of

In a way that is naturally or inherently part of something's essential nature.

to offset or counteract the effect of something

An ornamental shoulder piece on a garment, especially on the coat or jacket of a military uniform.

unpleasantly damp and cold

A chemical substance that prevents decay, fermentation, or other natural processes that cause food deterioration.

Assign a job or role to someone; designate someone to a position.

relating to the making of laws

the act of stopping or breaking the continuity of something; a pause caused by an external action

A group of people working together, especially on a ship, aircraft, or project.

A reversal of the normal order, position, or relationship.

to observe and check the progress or quality of something; also a device that displays information

to handle something clumsily or to make mistakes while doing something

In a spontaneous way; naturally and without planning or external cause.

separately; away from each other; in pieces

The process of breathing or the exchange of gases in living organisms.

To drive, push, or cause to move in a particular direction, typically forward.

able to be believed; convincing

The process of becoming smaller; a decrease in size or quantity.

a ruler exercising authority on behalf of a sovereign in a colony or province

the period of the day when daylight is fading; twilight

showing or suffering from nervousness, fear, or lack of confidence

expressing agreement, approval, or a positive response

not honest; fraudulent; deceitful

the reason for which something is done or created

a large cupboard or wardrobe used for storing clothes and other items

made of or resembling oak wood

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.

to move or spin quickly in circles

Likely or inclined to be affected by something in advance.

an ancient horse-drawn vehicle used in warfare and racing

Relating to the chest or breast.

tending to obstruct or harm; unfriendly or hostile

thick, dark, sweet syrup made from sugar cane

the state of being not or no longer needed or useful; superfluous repetition of information

a secret political clique or faction

Having a dark complexion or skin tone.

relating to visual design; vivid; clearly described;

A young or petty lord; someone of minor nobility.

A heavy, sturdy shoe, often made of leather.

to shorten a text without losing its meaning

A state of fascination or hypnotism.

An actor who learns another's role to act as a replacement if needed.

to happen again, especially repeatedly or at regular intervals

A trick or clever scheme meant to deceive or outwit someone.

to go beyond the limits of a moral law, command, or boundary; to sin

the highest point of achievement or excellence

The presence of an unusually large number of insects or animals in a place, causing damage or disease.

A fungal disease of plants; an ulcerous sore in the mouth; to corrupt or destroy slowly

To become dry, shrunken, and wrinkled.

to poke or push someone or something with a finger, foot, or pointed object

moving very quickly; happening promptly

A thorough or dramatic change in form, appearance, or character; a complete alteration or evolution.

A military officer rank, usually commanding a brigade.

unable to stay still or silent; restless and impatient

An official group of people entrusted by a government with a particular function.

To assign too low a value or importance to something or someone.

the most important or decisive point of an issue

very thin; having little flesh or fat on the body

relief of symptoms without curing the underlying disease or problem