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

deadly; fatal; capable of causing death

Resulting from or acting on an irresistible urge, especially one that is against one's conscious wishes.

ready, eager, or prepared to do something

to prevent by acting in advance; to anticipate and counter

To make a soft, light sound like leaves or paper moving.

to have as part of a whole; to contain or comprise

the ideas, attitudes, or activities that are regarded as normal or conventional; the dominant trend in opinion or fashion

to suffer from intense heat

engaged in physical or mental effort to achieve a goal or task

The process of changing or losing color; fading.

in a way that shows you are aware of something; intentionally

A performance, especially a play or movie, that takes place in the afternoon.

preliminary; introductory; intended as preparation

A tropical tree with bright orange-red flowers, also known as flame tree or royal poinciana

Causing great horror or fear; very unpleasant.

a flash of light in the sky caused by electricity during a storm

the muscular organ in the mouth used for tasting, speaking, and swallowing; a language

Relating to or characterized by rotation; revolving around an axis.

A state of inactivity or lack of growth, especially in an economy.

To deceive or trick someone into believing or doing something.

fair; righteous; morally right; appropriate

The action of suddenly saying something or the release of semen during sexual climax.

Giving a sign or warning that something, often bad or serious, is going to happen; or overly solemn and pompous.

not restrained or managed; lacking control

A French police officer, especially a member of a military-style police force.

a scientist who studies chemistry; a person trained to prepare and dispense medicines

the state of being strikingly different from something else; comparison showing differences

a list of goods sent or services provided, with a statement of the sum due for these

A minor change in a document.

to change in form, nature, or substance

A period between rulers or governments when normal leadership is suspended.

An offensive or rude word used to express anger or frustration.

habitual sleeplessness; inability to sleep; the condition of being unable to sleep

energy and enthusiasm

excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements; the quality of being worthless or pointless

a discussion between opposing sides, especially to negotiate terms

evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; deeply touching

to mark or scratch the surface of something by rubbing

the action of taking part in something

not reasonable or sensible; lacking logic

showing a tendency to vindicate or justify; inclined to defend

the woman in charge of a convent of nuns

Relating to government revenue, especially taxes, or public money management.

a place where dead bodies are cremated

the act of submitting something, especially a document for consideration or approval

a person who steals property from others, often using force or threat

A sum of money saved or made available for a particular purpose.

towards the north; in a northerly direction

Producing sleep or a trance-like state; mesmerizing.

The chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life.

to pretend to be another person in order to entertain or deceive

a pleasant smell or the quality of suggesting something strongly

To comment critically or unfavorably.

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.

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

to state or describe something clearly and exactly

the direction that is between south and west; a region in that direction

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

To concentrate attention or effort on something; to direct one's attention or efforts towards a particular activity, subject, or problem.

the act of leaving someone or something behind completely; the state of being deserted

directed back on itself; showing deep thought about oneself

the decaying flesh of dead animals

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

a large body of salt water that covers most of the earth's surface

Having a bad or unpleasant character; unkind or malicious.

Extreme irritation or frustration.

a small round object with a hole through it for threading

to take someone away illegally by force

playfully naughty; causing minor trouble; impish

To stand or wait around idly without apparent purpose.

to discover or identify the presence or existence of something; to notice something that is not immediately obvious

a vulgar term for feces or excrement

a person who writes or distributes pamphlets, often to promote a political or social cause

a glass or plastic container that produces light when electricity passes through it

an electric kitchen appliance used to mix, purée, or emulsify food and liquids

the hard part covering the foot of horses, cattle, sheep, and other animals

Worldwide harmony and absence of conflict between nations.

the belief in or worship of multiple gods

To reply quickly or sharply, often in a witty or angry manner.

the act of removing someone from their job; the act of treating something as unimportant

A machine for shaping wood, metal, or other material by rotating it against a cutting tool.

a tropical flowering plant with large, showy flowers in various colors

An unfavorable circumstance or condition that reduces the chances of success or effectiveness.

Something enormous, especially a large and powerful organization.

to publicly criticize or express strong disapproval of something

deliberately cruel or violent; having a savage nature

the last day of the world's existence; a time of catastrophic destruction

to express dissatisfaction or annoyance about something

A false appearance or claim; an act of pretending.

To reach the final or climactic stage of a process or activity.

strong enthusiasm or excitement for something; intense emotion or feeling

A state of perfect happiness, peace, and freedom from suffering; in Buddhism, the ultimate goal of liberation.

a small particle or cell, especially a blood cell

relating to money, banking, or finance

a permanent church appointment for which property and income are provided

A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful.

The quality of showing traits traditionally associated with women, such as delicacy or softness.

excessive; beyond reasonable limits

a person's name written in their own handwriting as identification or authorization

a vivid crimson color; a red pigment obtained from cochineal

Having keen insight and understanding; showing acute mental discernment.

An association of several companies or organizations formed to undertake an enterprise beyond the resources of any one member.

a small flowerless plant that grows in clumps in moist places

a skilled craftsperson who makes things by hand

the quality of being humble and not boastful about achievements

the intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something

a person who copies the behavior, style, or actions of others

dirty or disgusting matter; moral corruption

A hill or ridge of sand formed by the wind, usually found in deserts or near beaches.

to struggle or wrestle with something, often a problem or opponent

To look at someone with obvious sexual interest.

Patronage, support, or guidance, often used in the phrase 'under the auspices of'.

To formally repeal, cancel, or abolish a law, agreement, or custom.

to praise someone for an achievement or for a special occasion

A time management method where you divide your day into blocks of time and assign specific activities to each block.

to grip firmly; to understand something

a person who refuses to submit to authority or comply with rules

the state of being mentally aware and quick to notice or respond; vigilance

a specific area of a country, city, or town, often with official boundaries

Able to be noticed or recognized by the senses or the mind.