The deep parts of the sea or ocean, typically beyond the continental shelf.

Death or end of something, especially the end of an institution or system.

to stop living; to cease to exist

to make someone feel sad, depressed, or dispirited

a person who performs dance, typically as a profession or art form

to change the color of something using a chemical substance

To pour liquid gently from one container into another, especially without disturbing the sediment.

Needing much effort or skill to accomplish, deal with, or understand; hard.

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

to separate into parts; to split or break apart

a model or replica of a human used for practice, display, or testing; also a term for a foolish person

having a physical or mental condition that limits movements, senses, or activities

to perform an action; to carry out

Referring to trees that shed their leaves seasonally, typically in autumn.

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

Intended to teach, often with a moral lesson.

A shift in population patterns from high birth and death rates to low birth and death rates as a country develops economically

loss of reputation or respect as the result of a dishonorable action; a shameful situation

to manage or control the course of something; to give instructions

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

the state or condition of being hard to do, deal with, or understand

The act of belittling or taking away from the value of something.

Showing fearlessness and determination; brave and resolute.

containing elements very different from one another.

The action of bringing resources into effective action.

A formal pronouncement, authoritative statement, or maxim.

the central part of a city

In the dark or growing dark; dimly.

to cause someone to lose dignity or respect

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

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

feeling hopeless; in despair

A scarcity or lack of something.

a person, usually a landlord, who seizes another's property for unpaid debt or rent

The act of finding or learning something for the first time.

a heavy fall of rain; a sudden heavy rainfall

to corrupt morally; to make someone immoral or wicked

love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause

a ruler with absolute power, often ruling in a cruel or oppressive way

A window that projects vertically from a sloping roof.

The process or state of diverging; a difference or deviation between two or more things.

to be indecisive or unable to make a decision

to give money, goods, or time to help others; to contribute

To release from military service or to disband troops.

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.

Relating to the logical discussion of ideas and opinions.

The action or fact of spreading something, especially information, widely.

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

a strong feeling of wanting something or wishing for something to happen

To decline or deteriorate in quality, character, or condition; or someone with low moral standards.

to reveal or make information known; to expose

a large insect with four transparent wings that lives near water

to weaken or make someone or something infirm

to rely on someone or something for support

to fix the boundaries or limits of something

deserted; lonely; barren

showing proper and polite behavior; marked by good taste

to disturb the order or arrangement of something

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

curious or unusual in a way that provokes dry amusement

Lacking order, coherence, or connection; disconnected.

To search for underground water or minerals using a divining rod; also to drench or extinguish with liquid.

A state of disorganization or untidiness; confusion or disorder.

the state of being separated or not united

the process of making decisions, especially important or business-related decisions

the length of time that something continues

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

to refuse to accept or admit something; to declare something untrue

to melt or become liquid; to officially end or break up an agreement or organization

A political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than by using rational argument.

reckless; extremely urgent; critical

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

relating to discipline; intended to correct behavior

a god or goddess

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

a place where things are stored or deposited, especially financial assets

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

Expressing or holding opinions that are opposed to the majority or official view.

causing or able to cause death; extremely dangerous; lethal

the action of making something known or public

The process of becoming progressively worse; decline in quality, condition, or strength.

a person who is very interested in and enthusiastic about someone or something

to cause liquid to flow away from something; to remove liquid

Tending to cause delay; slow to act.

to make something happen later than planned

excessive indulgence in sensual pleasures; corruption or vice

A metric unit of capacity equal to ten liters.

A significant achievement or important event in diplomatic relations.

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

an impression or hollow made by a blow; force or power

to have no confidence or trust in someone or something

Dull, lacking brightness or interest; monotonous.

To cause something, especially a building, to fall into ruin or disrepair.

Lack of self-confidence; shyness or modesty.

possessed, produced, or influenced by a demon; frenzied or violent

to make someone feel intimidated, discouraged, or less confident

An aspect or feature of a situation, problem, or thing; a measurable extent.

capable of being stretched into a thin wire without breaking; easily influenced

Wicked or cruel behavior; mischievous actions.

to relieve someone of a burden or load

No longer existing, operating, or functioning.

To draw or scribble absentmindedly, often while thinking about something else.

refusing to obey rules or authority; rebellious

Marked with spots or patches of light and shade or different colors.

extremely upset and anxious, often to the point of being unable to think clearly

the activity of moving the body rhythmically to music

to throw away something that is no longer needed

a fault or disadvantage; a mark given for a fault or offense

business transactions; the way of treating people or handling situations

Deliberately misleading or dishonest.

extremely or unusually small

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

Developed or obtained from something else; not original.

Being inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true; characterized by arrogant assertion of unproven principles.

an official document showing that a person has completed a course of study or training

A bright yellow spring flower with a trumpet-shaped center, symbolizing rebirth and new beginnings

Capable of being divided by another number without leaving a remainder.

Written or spoken communication or debate.

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

physical harm caused to something; injury or harm that reduces value or usefulness

showing stubborn determination and persistence