Expose the falseness or hollowness of (a myth, idea, or belief).

unable to speak; silent; lacking intelligence; stupid

A number by which another number is divided.

to reduce the quality, value, or dignity of something

having a bad reputation; not considered respectable or trustworthy

a small hollow mark on the surface of something; to make a small hollow mark

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

imprisonment or confinement

a precious stone that is extremely hard and brilliant when cut

A division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different.

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 hang loosely or swing freely

The condition or process of degrading or being degraded.

To disturb the normal position of something, especially a joint in the body.

Not operating normally or properly.

a person who does not believe in something, especially a religion or idea

Property or money brought by a bride to her husband at marriage.

Empty of people; abandoned.

Written or spoken communication or debate.

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

a barrier constructed to hold back water and raise its level; a female parent of an animal

A sudden and ignominious failure; a fiasco.

a piece of furniture with a flat surface used for writing or working

The damaging lack of material benefits considered to be basic necessities in a society.

extremely bad or unpleasant; causing fear or suffering; terrible

the action or process of identifying the presence of something

to speak in a slow, lazy way with prolonged vowel sounds

Wicked, cruel, or outrageously bad; resembling the devil.

To thrust or force something downward or outward.

a downward slope of ground

a person who places money in a bank or financial institution

dehydrated leaves of the fenugreek plant used as a herb in cooking

Relating to indigestion or having a gloomy or irritable disposition.

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

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

To perceive or recognize something; to distinguish with difficulty by sight or with the other senses.

to feel or express strong disapproval of something; to regret deeply

Not alike; different.

to take off an item of clothing, especially a hat, as a sign of respect

to deny responsibility for or connection with something

Expressing a low opinion or showing lack of respect.

A formal pronouncement, authoritative statement, or maxim.

to have thoughts and images in your mind while sleeping; to hope for

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

a sudden event causing great damage or loss of life; a complete failure

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

to greatly astonish or shock someone so they are temporarily speechless

to remove water from something; to lose water or body fluids

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

To hold or express opinions that are different from those officially accepted.

to damage something so badly that it cannot be used

to cease to be visible; to vanish

the action of leaving, especially to start a journey; a deviation from an established course

individually separate and distinct

Capable of being protected against attack or criticism; justifiable.

Without being affected by; in spite of.

Late or postponed; happening later than planned or expected.

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

to stop living; to cease to exist

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

characterized by propriety, good taste, and proper manners

Having the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively; determining the outcome.

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

to turn aside from a course; to redirect or entertain

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

to openly resist or refuse to obey someone or something; to challenge or dare someone to do something

plural of day; refers to multiple 24-hour periods of time

reckless; extremely urgent; critical

The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience

a failure to agree or a difference in opinion

an older woman acting as a governess or chaperone, especially in Spanish families

The process of converting encrypted data back into its original form so it can be understood.

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

a person who manages or oversees a company, department, or film

to give a name or designation to something

to strip leaves from a tree, plant, or area, often using chemicals

to clean something thoroughly to destroy bacteria or viruses

to reach a conclusion by reasoning or inference

the main meal of the day, typically eaten in the evening

A collection of documents about a particular person, event, or subject.

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

A lack of connection between things; separation or disunity.

The action or process of distributing things or people over a wide area.

conscientiously fulfilling one's duty; obedient; respectful

a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities

A long or elaborate discussion or written essay on a particular subject.

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

to refuse to acknowledge or accept responsibility for someone or something

To cause someone to believe something that is not true.

heavenly; sacred; godlike; relating to God or a deity

a follower and student of a teacher, leader, or philosopher; devoted follower

A mournful song, piece of music, or poem expressing grief, often for the dead.

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

lack of interest or concern

A person's legal residence or permanent home.

A state of disorganization or untidiness; confusion or disorder.

To become smaller, fewer, or less; to decrease gradually.

to confuse or disconcert; to upset the normal order

Relating to a mark added to a letter to indicate a different pronunciation or stress.

to cause something to change direction; to avoid answering directly

The process of changing or losing color; fading.

to reduce speed; to slow down

a female offspring; a young woman in relation to her parents

Harsh and lacking harmony; conflicting.

A scarcity or lack of something.

an appliance for washing dishes automatically

the length of time that something continues

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

An additional melody or counterpoint sung or played above the main melody.

A group of people chosen to represent others in negotiations or discussions.

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

to officially assign, appoint, or indicate something or someone

a feature that renders something less acceptable; a disadvantage or problem

a person whose job is to investigate and solve crimes

the practice of seeking knowledge of the future or the unknown by supernatural means

An acutely disturbed state of mind characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence.

fish that has been preserved by drying in the sun or by other dehydration methods

to provide money to pay the costs of something

to swell or expand by pressure from within

To grow or bring to a more advanced or effective state; to start to exist, experience, or possess gradually.

an urgent request; the desire of consumers for goods or services