failure to fulfill an obligation, especially to repay a loan

Capable of being protected against attack or criticism; justifiable.

extreme; severe; having a strong or far-reaching effect

To lower in dignity, quality, or value; to treat with disrespect or to deteriorate.

to make something look more attractive by adding ornaments

To state opinions or beliefs as if they were absolute truths.

a shallow, flat-bottomed container for cooking or serving food; a particular variety or preparation of food served as part of a meal

relentlessly severe, stern, or gloomy in manner or appearance

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

to swell or expand by pressure from within

curious or unusual in a way that provokes dry amusement

To officially prevent someone from doing something.

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

The state of being diverse; variety.

a medical professional who treats teeth and oral health

subject to customs duty or tax

in a twofold manner; to twice the degree

Being contingent on or influenced by something.

to spread over a wide area or among a large number of people

To pass power, responsibility, or duties to another person or group.

a lack of willingness or desire to do something

a small round mark or spot

To make wider, larger, or more open.

happening every day

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

to cause something to change direction; to avoid answering directly

to harm someone's reputation by spreading false information

to make someone dissatisfied or discontented

The action of depositing something; the laying down of matter by a natural process.

to confuse or disconcert; to upset the normal order

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

A point or way in which things are not the same.

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

Relating to the logical discussion of ideas and opinions.

to corrupt morally; to make someone immoral or wicked

to tame an animal for use by humans; to adapt something for domestic use

to explain the meaning of a word, phrase, or concept clearly

to live in a place; to think about something for a long time

a small, gentle bird with soft cooing sounds, often white and symbolizing peace

The ability to make decisions quickly and effectively.

Relating to the structure of populations; statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.

a simplified drawing that shows the structure, relationship, or process of something

not having enough of a specified quality or ingredient; lacking or inadequate

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

The profession, activity, or skill of managing international relations or handling affairs tactfully.

boldly resistant or challenging; disobedient

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.

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

Disagreement, lack of harmony, conflict between ideas or beliefs.

Moral or cultural decline characterized by excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury.

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

separate or disconnected; showing a lack of emotional involvement

Power and influence over others; control or command.

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

A line of hereditary rulers of a country; a succession of people from the same family who play a prominent role in business, politics, or another field.

The act of expelling a foreigner from a country.

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

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

Deserving hatred and contempt; vile or shameful.

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

to perform an action; to carry out

expressing disapproval or belittling

Giving an appearance or impression different from the truth; misleading.

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

the action of separating something into parts; or a large administrative unit

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

A method of argument or reasoning by dialogue, especially as a means of investigating truth.

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

feeling sleepy and lethargic; half asleep; tired

threats, violence, or pressure used to force someone to do something

Careful and persistent work or effort.

a book in which one keeps a daily record of events and experiences

to set the boundaries or limits of something

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

a failure to agree or a difference in opinion

a rich, intense, or dark shade of any color

A drug that reduces functional or nervous activity in the body.

Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.

Completely lacking or without something.

to criticize unfairly; to belittle or disparage someone or something

a current of cool air in a room or another confined space; also a portion of liquid, especially beer, served from a barrel or cask

to get off or down from something, especially a horse, bicycle, or motorcycle

to show that something is false or wrong

To deprive someone of the right to vote or other rights.

to make someone less confident or enthusiastic about doing something

to plunge headfirst into water or another substance

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

a statement that explains the meaning of a word or concept

worth having or wanting; attractive

the kinds of food that a person usually eats

the state of being abandoned; neglect of duty

Harsh and lacking harmony; conflicting.

feeling or showing great pleasure and happiness

A person who expects or is excessively ready to accept failure; showing a tendency to expect defeat.

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

a male duck; a type of waterfowl

To reduce the number of people living in a place.

suspicious; questionable; unreliable; risky or dangerous

Characterized by or reflecting a state of moral or cultural decline; excessively self-indulgent.

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

to take apart; to remove or destroy the parts of

To mislead someone into believing something that is not true.

to bring or hand over something to the intended recipient

sweet brown oval fruits that grow on date palm trees

individually separate and distinct

completely dried, having had all moisture removed

to have a different opinion; to not agree

to say words aloud for someone to write down; to give orders

lacking interest or excitement; not bright; lacking intelligence; tedious

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

The possibility of harm, injury, or loss.

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

To remove or force out from a position, especially one that is fixed or hard to move.

to publicly criticize or express strong disapproval of something

to deprive someone of land, property, or other possessions

a person's outward behavior or appearance

a person who places money in a bank or financial institution

Having lost enthusiasm, hope, or confidence; dejected.

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

to feel distaste or aversion for someone or something; a feeling of aversion

Lacking order, coherence, or connection; disconnected.