An early type of photograph produced on a silver or silver-covered copper plate.

open to debate or argument; questionable

to refuse to acknowledge or accept responsibility for someone or something

to keep someone from proceeding; to hold back, especially by official authority

to cause something to change direction; to avoid answering directly

lack of interest or concern

disagreeing or clashing; harsh and jarring in sound

easily managed, taught, or controlled; submissive

Deceitfulness or double-dealing; dishonesty.

The process of taming an animal and keeping it as a pet or for farm produce.

behavior that conforms to accepted standards of morality or respectability

to pour liquid over; to extinguish a fire or light

imprisonment or confinement

The period of old age, especially when one is weak or senile.

a pair of people or things, especially in music or entertainment

The process of changing or losing color; fading.

an evil spirit or devil

a division of a large organization such as a government, university, or company

to move quickly and suddenly; to strike or break something violently

a race or contest in which two or more competitors finish exactly equal

To identify a disease, condition, or problem by examining symptoms.

a means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity; something that hides the truth

the action of selling off or disposing of business interests or assets

a building or farm where milk is produced; products made from milk; a shop selling milk and milk products

to tame an animal for use by humans; to adapt something for domestic use

Risky or unpredictable; potentially dangerous.

to strip something of its covering, possessions, or assets

the degree of compactness of a substance; the quantity of something per unit area

to discharge or pour out; to vomit; to give up reluctantly

To ignore something; lack of consideration or respect for something.

Expressing contempt or ridicule.

the action or process of identifying the presence of something

gloomy; depressing; causing sadness or despair

the action or practice of deceiving someone by concealing or misrepresenting the truth

A thing made or adapted for a particular purpose, especially a piece of mechanical or electronic equipment.

extremely unpleasant or offensive; causing strong dislike or revulsion

A conclusion or resolution reached after consideration; the action or process of deciding something.

to give a name or designation to something

A person or company that makes alcoholic drinks or purified liquids by distillation.

A preliminary version of a piece of writing; to prepare a preliminary version of a document.

A state of disorganization or untidiness; confusion or disorder.

a distorted or unnatural shape or form; physical malformation

To appoint someone as a deputy; to act as a substitute or representative.

to impress deeply or blind with brilliance or skill

A great difference or inequality.

a sauce for salads; or material used to cover a wound

the exercise of control or influence over someone or something

Something that is based on another source; in math, a measure of how a function changes.

To cause someone to believe something that is not true.

a substance that absorbs moisture and keeps things dry

an action that is performed intentionally or consciously; a legal document showing ownership

The action or process of talking about something in order to reach a decision or share ideas.

a feeling of happiness or pleasure; something that gives great pleasure

Causing unease, embarrassment, or discomfort.

a person who operates a motor vehicle

To relax and recover from stress or pressure.

the state of relying on or needing someone or something for support; addiction

an official order issued by a legal authority; a judicial decision or edict

confident, stylish, and charming, typically referring to a man

a raised platform, typically at one end of a room or hall, for speakers or honored guests

a type of debt instrument not secured by physical assets or collateral

to corrupt morally; to make someone immoral or wicked

to pay out money, especially from a fund

the action of departing from an established course; a departure from usual standards

to greatly astonish or shock someone so they are temporarily speechless

deserving ridicule or mockery

The state of being only partly or loosely dressed; casual or careless attire.

to distribute or give out something; to handle or manage

a book in which one keeps a daily record of events and experiences

The action or process of finding or learning something for the first time; facts or things discovered.

relating to the process of growth or progress

A unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second (cgs) system equal to 10⁻⁵ newtons.

a precious stone that is extremely hard and brilliant when cut

to refuse to allow or accept something

an individual, company, or institution sued or accused in a court of law

a person's outward behavior or appearance

to reach a conclusion by reasoning or inference

Relating to the logical discussion of ideas and opinions.

a small round mark or spot

reserved, modest, and shy

to throw away something that is no longer needed

Careful consideration and discussion before making decisions.

sweet brown oval fruits that grow on date palm trees

To make a choice or judgment about something.

slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way

a single piece of information; a fact used as a basis for reasoning or calculation

boldly resistant or challenging; disobedient

free from moisture or liquid; not wet; lacking interest or excitement

having good judgment or insight; able to distinguish well

To depart suddenly or secretly, often to avoid trouble or escape.

A flat surface or platform, often on a ship or building.

relating to a diocese or the district under the supervision of a bishop in the Christian Church

A longer or less direct route taken to avoid something or reach a destination.

a person considered to be important because of high rank or office

A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall; a shortage of water.

An exemption from a rule or usual requirement; a system of order, government, or control.

Something that prevents concentration or takes attention away from something else.

feeling sleepy and lethargic; half asleep; tired

To depart from an established course or normal pattern.

a tool or exercise used for making holes or practicing skills

the forces or properties that stimulate growth, development, or change within a system or process

the action of moving downward, falling, or dropping; ancestry or origin

deeply distracted or absent-minded, often due to worry or grief

A person who makes or alters women's clothing professionally.

clearly stated or decided; not vague or uncertain; specific

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.

A person who takes up an art, activity, or subject merely for amusement, especially in a superficial way.

Extremely evil or cruel; characteristic of the devil.

Stubborn persistence in achieving something without giving up.

Something that seems intimidating or challenging.

to twist or change the shape, appearance, or meaning of something so it is not true or accurate

Showing fearlessness and determination; brave and resolute.

a tangy powder made from dried raw mangoes, used as a spice in Indian cuisine

The process of decline or deterioration in structure or function.

Deceitful; deliberately deceptive or dishonest.

far away in space or time; remote

facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis; information in digital form

having two parts or consisting of two elements; double

a famous female singer; a woman who is admired or behaves like a star

A sudden and ignominious failure; a fiasco.

the state of being held in low esteem or having a bad reputation