relating to ordinary people or everyday language

a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects

a large cylindrical container used to hold liquids

an immoral or wicked behavior; a moral failing or fault

Having a major impact or effect; powerful and forceful.

The agricultural practice of growing only one type of crop over a large area and for many consecutive years, which can lead to increased vulnerability to pests and diseases.

humor or frivolity, especially the treatment of a serious matter with humor or in a manner lacking due respect

A five-pointed star often used as a symbol in magic, mysticism, or religion.

genuine; authentic; legitimate

Suggestions or proposals as to the best course of action.

The quality of being natural and simple without deceit or pretension.

aged; advanced in years; old

A legally recognized subject or national of a state or commonwealth.

expressed in writing rather than spoken; composed or recorded in written form

to join something to something else to increase its size, number, or amount

an offer to pay a certain amount for something; an attempt to obtain or achieve something

The process of decline or deterioration in structure or function.

no longer close or affectionate with someone; alienated

to devote time, effort, or oneself to a particular purpose or person

The rapid development of industry that occurred in Britain in the late 18th and 19th centuries, brought about by the introduction of machinery and characterized by the use of steam power and the growth of factories.

a young bird that has not yet left its nest

A strong feeling of hostility; motivation or purpose behind an action.

to make amends for a wrong or injury; to make reparation

Difficulties; misfortune; a difficult or unpleasant situation.

a large number of

situated at the highest place or most important

A small and extremely sharp bladed instrument used for surgery and dissection.

inability to take effective action; helplessness

Delayed; arriving or happening late.

tending to talk a great deal; very talkative

strong and healthy, especially of an elderly person

Making someone feel very excited, happy, or thrilled.

An uncouth or aggressive man or boy.

Having unlimited power; able to do anything; all-powerful.

An annual global event celebrated on June 5 to raise awareness about environmental protection and encourage action for environmental conservation.

basic; fundamental; primary level

having the same boundaries or extent in space, time, or meaning

the process of converting text or speech from one language into another

A professional cook, especially the chief cook in a restaurant or hotel.

to give time, effort, or resources to something

relating to Spain or the Spanish language

A French police officer, especially a member of a military-style police force.

not real or true; imaginary or fabricated

operated by the pressure of liquid, especially water or oil

Feeling isolated or estranged; disconnected from others or society.

a television or radio station; a passage for water or other liquids; a means of communication

The act of producing more of something than is needed or can be consumed.

an obscuring of light from one celestial body by another; a decline or loss

A student who has completed a first degree and is studying for a further degree.

performed skillfully and successfully; cooked thoroughly

not ready or able to deal with something

living forever; never dying; lasting forever in fame or memory

characterized by strong wind; also, using too many words and saying little

not correct or true; mistaken

gray or white with age; very old and respected

the place to which someone or something is going; the ultimate purpose or end point

a dress made from wool fabric, typically worn in cold weather

to punish by a fine or to defraud someone of money

feeling sad, depressed, or lacking enthusiasm

free from disturbance; calm and quiet; not involving war or violence

a student who stays away from school without permission; a person who shirks duty

a weakness, especially in a person's character; a fault

characterized by strong, sudden bursts of wind

A heavy tool with a rounded end used for crushing or grinding substances in a mortar.

to discover or locate something that was lost or hidden

the practice of performing operations on live animals for scientific research

to begin to grow; to produce new leaves or shoots

Detailed examination and evaluation of data or information to understand its components and relationships.

A level of quality or attainment; a required or agreed level of quality or attainment.

To formally begin or introduce something, especially with a ceremony.

a large piece of cloth or paper, typically used to cover or protect something

a small flying insect that bites people and animals to feed on their blood

Consisting of small grains or particles; detailed and specific.

relating to religious or ceremonial practices

not likely to happen; improbable

existing in large numbers; many; abundant

a nation with its own government and borders

relating to the universe or cosmos; vast

a gesture of beckoning; a small stream or brook (chiefly Northern English)

To feel or express great loathing or hatred for something.

To annoy or irritate someone.

the spiritual or immaterial essence of a human being or animal; a person's emotional or intellectual nature

Truthful, honest; habitually speaking the truth.

to a great extent or degree

a person whose job is printing books, newspapers, or other materials; a machine that prints documents

not thorough or detailed; suspicious or unsafe

Relating to bile or an ill-tempered, irritable disposition.

A person who attempts to make people involved in a conflict agree

a thin mattress or pad placed over a bed for additional comfort

Up in or into the air; overhead.

A methodical and organized plan or approach to achieve specific objectives.

the lower surface of a room, on which one may walk

spoken rather than written; relating to the mouth

equal in value, amount, function, or meaning; having the same effect or result

Expressing a low opinion or showing lack of respect.

having existed or continued for a long time

to inflict harm in return for an injury or wrong done to oneself or another

Occurring within the walls of a single institution, especially a school or college.

to formally declare rejection of something, such as a claim, belief, or way of life

unable to be seen; not visible to the eye

The state or situation of being alone.

Relating to the government or public affairs of a country; relating to politics or political parties.

The process of growth or increase, typically by the gradual accumulation of additional layers or matter.

a number that is to be subtracted from another number

to give something to someone in exchange for money

Friends, acquaintances, and relations.

Feeling or showing distress or irritation.

to keep someone down by harsh and unfair use of authority; to suppress

The action of frightening or threatening someone to make them do something.

The leaves of a plant, collectively.

a temporary structure used by workers to stand on when building or repairing something high; a platform for execution

To bring back to life or revive something from the past.

the solid rock layer beneath the soil; the fundamental basis of something

of the type previously mentioned or specified

Lawful protection of oneself from harm or attack.

on or to a lower floor of a building

Weak, shaky, or unsteady, especially due to old age.

Excessive interest in or admiration of oneself; extreme selfishness.

The state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities.

to demand payment; to formally accuse; to rush forward aggressively

The ability of computer systems or software to exchange and make use of information.