to make or become dark; to reduce brightness or light

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.

to position strategically; to use effectively

to officially assign, appoint, or indicate something or someone

To treat someone unfairly based on race, gender, or other differences; or to recognize a distinction.

the process of rotting or decomposing; gradual decline or deterioration

Causing or tending to cause disruption.

An area of knowledge, activity, or territory over which control is exercised.

Areas or countries that are in the process of economic growth and development

a book or online resource listing people, businesses, or services with relevant details

in a twofold manner; to twice the degree

extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

Firmness of purpose; the quality of being determined; resolve.

to break down food in the body; to think about and understand

a substance used for cleaning, especially for washing clothes and dishes

the action of deceiving someone; the state of being deceived

a feeling of revulsion or strong disapproval aroused by something unpleasant

the amount by which something is too small; a shortfall or lack

The state of being diverse; variety.

relating to the process of growth or progress

To get rid of something, or to arrange or incline towards something.

a substance that removes or conceals unpleasant smells, especially bodily odors

a mental health condition characterized by persistent sadness; a severe economic downturn

the complete loss or absence of hope; a state of feeling hopeless

To become progressively worse in quality, condition, or performance; to decline.

an evil spirit or devil

the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people; recognition of difference

to clean something thoroughly to destroy bacteria or viruses

A person appointed as a substitute with power to act.

the action of declaring something to be untrue; refusal to acknowledge something

Written or spoken communication or debate.

to give time, effort, or resources to something

a chemical substance used to kill harmful microorganisms on surfaces

The process of reaching a conclusion through logical reasoning.

tiny drops of water that form on cool surfaces at night when atmospheric water vapour condenses

causing anxiety, worry, or emotional distress

to represent or show something in a picture, story, or other art form

the legal ending of a marriage; to officially end a marriage

a large insect with four transparent wings that lives near water

a male bee that does not work and whose only function is to mate with the queen

the interruption of a settled and peaceful condition; anxiety or mental uneasiness

extremely bad or unsuccessful; causing great damage

Things that prevent someone from concentrating on something else.

to reveal or make information known; to expose

a type of water bird that dives underwater to catch fish

a person who is descended from a particular ancestor; offspring of a later generation

uncertain; questionable; feeling uncertain about something

behavior that conforms to accepted standards of morality or respectability

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

to move suddenly and quickly; a small pointed missile thrown at a target

the action or process of identifying the presence of something

failure to fulfill an obligation, especially to repay a loan

the system or process by which water or other liquids are drained away

a person who protects someone or something from harm or attack

a person who relies on another for financial support; someone who depends on others

The quality of being dedicated or committed to a task or purpose; devotion.

the length of time that something continues

to recognize or show the differences between two or more things; to set apart as different

long green pod vegetable from moringa tree; nutritious vegetable used in curries

To become progressively worse; to decline in quality, condition, or strength.

to remove someone from a job or position; to decide something is not important

slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way

to cause severe and overwhelming destruction or damage

To plan or invent something carefully.

having a quality or characteristic that makes something different and easily noticed

a wild animal's lair or home; a small, comfortable room; a place for illegal activities

Lacking the basic resources or conditions needed for a good standard of living or equal opportunities.

to send off to a destination or for a purpose

To send off to a destination or for a purpose.

causing or able to cause death; extremely dangerous; lethal

Done consciously and intentionally; carefully considered.

used or intended to defend or protect; showing a tendency to react in an angry or hurt way when criticized

Feeling very sad and without hope; in a state of unhappiness.

to have power or control over something or someone

To sleep lightly for a short time.

to regard with contempt; to hate strongly

Characterized by constant change, activity, or progress.

A landform at the mouth of a river where it splits into several outlets.

unable to speak; silent; lacking intelligence; stupid

the first appearance of light in the sky before sunrise; the beginning or start of something

A number system based on 10; a number expressed in the base-10 system.

concern and distress caused by something unexpected; consternation or alarm

the distance from the top or surface to the bottom; the quality of being intense or profound

in a sudden, striking, or exaggerated way

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

to put on (an article of clothing); also used as a title for a respected person

a rich, intense, or dark shade of any color

to move slowly, especially by air or water currents

Unpleasant or offensive; causing discomfort or annoyance.

a bus with two levels or floors for passengers

Consciously and intentionally; on purpose.

to make something unable to function or operate

a person or company that creates software, buildings, or land projects

Barrier or interruption, sudden disturbance in any process or service.

a small coin, especially a U.S. coin worth ten cents

a difference or contrast between similar things; excellence that sets someone apart; honor or recognition

able to be trusted or relied on; consistently reliable

A state of confusion or lack of order; also a medical or mental condition.

extremely bad or unpleasant; causing fear or suffering; terrible

in a faint or unclear way; with little light

to destroy completely, especially a building or structure

the action of making something known or public

controlling, influencing, or prevailing over others; most important or powerful

the number below the line in a fraction; a common factor in a situation

careful and prudent in one's speech or actions, especially to keep something confidential or avoid embarrassment

A feeling of slight pain, unease, or awkwardness.

Developed or obtained from something else; not original.

a numeral from 0 to 9; also a finger or toe

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

notable; honored; famous; having a dignified appearance or manner

The identification of a disease, condition, or problem through examination of symptoms.

affected by disease; suffering from illness; sick

having two parts or consisting of two elements; double

feeling a strong sense of dislike or revulsion

Empty of people; abandoned.

Moving downward; going down or descending.

covered with or full of dust; dry and dull from lack of moisture or use

A situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more alternatives.

Unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information through security violation

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

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