The action of clearing a wide area of trees; the permanent destruction of forests in order to make the land available for other uses.

a lack of willingness or desire to do something

The literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests.

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

something that reduces or lessens the force, effect, or excitement

to have a negative opinion about something; to consider something wrong or bad

to become liquid by absorbing moisture from the air

relating to the Netherlands, its people, or their language

open to discussion or doubt; not certain

Land attached to a manor and retained for the owner's use.

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

A wild rose species with pink or white flowers and thorny stems, common in hedgerows

adventurous courage; willingness to take risks

an individual, company, or institution sued or accused in a court of law

Neatly skillful and quick in one's movements; dexterous and adroit.

conforming to standards of propriety, good taste, or morality

to pull something heavy or difficult to move along the ground; to go somewhere unwillingly; to last too long

the action of twisting, changing, or misrepresenting the shape, sound, or truth of something

The condition or process of degrading or being degraded.

in a twofold manner; to twice the degree

a substance used as a medicine or an illegal addictive substance

the act of consuming liquids, especially alcohol

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 feature that renders something less acceptable; a disadvantage or problem

A lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts.

Available for use at the discretion of the user; not required or mandatory.

a shortcoming, imperfection, or lack; a fault or flaw in something

a word consisting of two syllables

to dig up something buried, especially a body

confident, stylish, and charming, typically referring to a man

To distribute or provide something, especially in portions.

the action of choosing someone for a position; a name, title, or official status

Not the same as another; distinct or unlike.

The payment of money from a fund.

A collection of 100 tales written by Giovanni Boccaccio in the 14th century, told by a group of people over ten days.

Risky or unpredictable; potentially dangerous.

refusing to obey rules or authority; rebellious

the central part of a city

to clean something thoroughly to destroy bacteria or viruses

a state of shame or loss of respect; to bring shame upon someone or something

Deliberately impassive or expressionless in manner.

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

to transfer ownership from the government to private individuals or companies

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

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

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

the feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the non-fulfillment of one's hopes or expectations

to decide; to find out exactly

To interrupt or disturb the normal progress or activity of something.

A window that projects vertically from a sloping roof.

a small toy resembling a human figure, especially for children

feeling sad, dejected, or with lowered eyes

in a way that is not the same as another or as expected

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

The quality or state of being divine; a deity.

to control and move a vehicle; to force someone to move

The removal of ambiguity by making something clear and unambiguous.

a formal speech delivered with rhetorical or dramatic effect

to change the shape or form of something, especially in a way that makes it ugly or damaged; to distort

to give a name or label to something; to add a soundtrack to a film or recording

the action of deceiving someone; the state of being deceived

a small drum used in military or marching bands

to officially remove a lawyer from the legal profession

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

Delicately small, pretty, and often considered elegant.

The state of being only partly or loosely dressed; casual or careless attire.

To make a situation less dangerous, tense, or explosive; to remove a fuse from a bomb.

A person who enjoys doing dangerous or risky things.

to make something slightly wet; to make something less strong, active, or intense

gloomy; depressing; causing sadness or despair

to weaken or make someone or something infirm

Deeply religious or sincere.

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

to cease to be visible; to vanish

exercising power in a cruel, oppressive, or authoritarian way

The final resolution or conclusion of a story, drama, or complicated situation.

To leave the main subject temporarily in speech or writing.

to cause someone to lose determination or confidence; to discourage

A crown or headband worn as a symbol of royalty or authority.

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

affected by disease; suffering from illness; sick

the remnants of a liquid left in a container, together with any sediment or grounds; the most worthless part of something

A great difference or inequality.

the action or practice of deceiving someone by concealing or misrepresenting the truth

to make someone feel intimidated, discouraged, or less confident

Based on illusion; not real.

To disturb the order or calmness of something or someone.

A person who receives a gift or donation.

to swell or expand by pressure from within

In the dark or growing dark; dimly.

the process of rotting or decomposing; gradual decline or deterioration

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

a formal discussion of opposing viewpoints; argument with reasoned points

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

to show or exhibit; to present for others to see

Fine particles of matter.

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

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

without doubt; certainly; clearly

Aspects or features of a situation, problem, or thing.

a small depression in the flesh, either one that exists permanently or one that forms when smiling

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

Dull, lacking brightness or interest; monotonous.

to give out or spread something among several people or places

the course or path on which someone or something is moving; instructions on what to do

on or to a lower floor of a building

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

to spoil or damage the appearance of something

in accordance with what is required or appropriate; at the proper time

Making someone or something weak and infirm.

dutiful; obedient and respectful

the state of being held in low esteem or having a bad reputation

a disagreement or argument about something important

A flat surface or platform, often on a ship or building.

Late or postponed; happening later than planned or expected.

The action or process of talking about something in order to reach a decision or share ideas.

to greatly astonish or shock someone so they are temporarily speechless

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

pants or clothes made from denim fabric, usually jeans

To remove or reduce the magnetic properties of something.

light rain falling in very fine drops; a very light rainfall