a rich, intense, or dark shade of any color

a person who reports and discusses events, especially on TV or radio

an abnormal mass of tissue caused by excessive cell growth

in a way that relates to a person's feelings or emotions

To tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.

to come into conflict or collision with something or someone.

A contest of armed forces; warfare between opposing military forces.

to make a serious promise; to pledge solemnly

A false appearance or claim; an act of pretending.

an evil spirit or devil

a serious infectious disease spread by mosquitoes, causing fever, chills, and sweating

the scientific study of plants

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

a person or thing that starts something; the first course of a meal

a rapid stream of liquid, gas, or flame; an aircraft powered by jet engines

The social group between the upper and working classes, typically consisting of well-educated people.

unwillingness to accept or endure beliefs, behaviors, or conditions different from one's own

The process of ecological change in which one community of organisms is gradually replaced by another.

the process of collecting money for a cause or project

joyful; celebratory; having the characteristics of a festival

impossible to conceive or imagine; beyond belief or consideration

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 go down on one's knees; to rest on the knees

the district where a person was born or originally comes from

The first public appearance or performance of someone or something.

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

to make practical or effective use of something

an impressive display or arrangement of things

a large meal, typically one in celebration of something; an annual religious celebration

The process of adapting something to modern needs or habits.

A place, meeting, or medium where ideas and views can be exchanged.

a small piece of material used to mend a hole; a small area of something different

dried grapes, often used in cooking and baking

to expect or look forward to something; to realize or foresee in advance

Taking place or progressing slowly or by degrees.

to make clear; to explain more clearly

the process of getting better after illness, loss, or difficulty

to cause severe and overwhelming destruction or damage

shameful; bringing dishonor; worthy of condemnation

to make into law; to perform or act out

a thing that is kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event; a memento

pellets of frozen rain that fall in showers from cumulonimbus clouds; a greeting or acclaim

relating to the mind or supernatural powers; a person claiming to have extrasensory abilities

well-organized; systematic; peaceful

The process of producing offspring; the act of copying or duplicating.

remaining on the surface of a liquid without sinking; moving lightly or freely

to change something to the opposite direction, position, or result

The action or manner of governing and controlling a state or organization.

The condition of being grossly fat or overweight.

unwillingness to do something; hesitation

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

a plan or method for achieving something; a strategy used to accomplish a goal

bad or improper behavior

the act of sending, passing, or spreading something such as information, energy, or disease

suffering or death caused by lack of food; extreme hunger

A thing or event that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue.

the chance or probability of something happening

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

to burst forth suddenly and violently

the state of being continuous or connected; consistency over time

to feel bitterness or displeasure about something or someone

A person or thing regarded as a symbol of something, or a graphic symbol on a screen.

Belonging to a foreign country or nation; extraterrestrial.

to bring together again after separation

Having or showing great knowledge or learning; academic in approach or method.

An official appointed or elected to govern a state, territory, or organization.

a ship or vessel that carries goods and materials from one port to another

a person not in the armed forces or police

to move goods illegally into or out of a country

the process of making products on a large scale using machinery

thin; having little fat; weak

a person or thing that provides something.

to fix something firmly into a surrounding mass or context

Strengthened and supported; not allowed to weaken or fail.

to go on a long, difficult journey, especially on foot

the action of repeating something that has already been said or written

living accommodation; lodgings; military housing

the process of organizing different elements to work together effectively

The release or discharge of gases, particles, or other substances into the environment.

to talk proudly about oneself or one's achievements in an annoying way

A person who moves from one place to another, especially to find work or better living conditions.

Lack of fairness or justice; the practice of being unjust or unfair.

unable to rest or relax; constantly moving or fidgeting

the process of giving professional guidance and support to help someone deal with personal, social, psychological, or career-related problems

to unexpectedly meet someone or experience something, especially something difficult or new

A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development.

(noun) a mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside; a sudden overwhelming quantity; (verb) to descend like an avalanche

a piece of jewelry worn around the ankle

Best or most favorable; the most effective under particular conditions.

a small hole in a tire that causes air to escape

in a regular and continuous way; without stopping or changing

Using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole—intellectual or substantial—into its elemental parts or basic principles).

to increase speed or make something happen sooner

successful in material terms; flourishing financially

To encourage or promote the development or growth of something

to choose someone for a job or position

expressing irony; having the nature of irony

a fault or failure to meet a certain standard; a deficiency

Extremely destructive or damaging events that cause widespread devastation.

A bold and determined attempt to achieve something challenging.

The activity or skill of joining fabric using a needle and thread

to pause before acting; to be uncertain about what to do

The internal framework of bones that supports the body of a human or animal.

a cylindrical tool used for rolling out dough or pastry

to examine something carefully to check for problems or faults

showing or caused by strong feelings or a strong belief

in a way that is not direct; through an intermediate means or influence

The act of forbidding something by law or authority.

a member of the same team

a man who rents out land, a building, or accommodation; a male property owner

Not clearly expressed or understood; to make something difficult to see or understand.

limited or controlled; subject to restrictions

the destruction or disabling of a ship or vehicle; something that has been badly damaged or destroyed

a limitation or restriction

a sharp pointed part of a plant; something that causes pain or annoyance

A meeting for discussion or training, especially in an academic setting.

to move continuously or freely through a closed system or area

a large strong animal used for pulling heavy loads or plowing fields

The destruction or disappearance of natural environments where organisms live.

unripe chili pepper that is green in color and has a spicy taste

Strengthening or supporting something, especially behavior or learning.