the action of declaring something to be untrue; refusal to acknowledge something

causing severe shock, distress, or destruction; extremely damaging or upsetting

having two parts or consisting of two elements; double

long green pod vegetable from moringa tree; nutritious vegetable used in curries

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

in a way that shows despair or great need

a young duck

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

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

a disagreement or argument about something important

the first appearance of light in the sky before sunrise; the beginning or start of something

a difference or contrast between similar things; excellence that sets someone apart; honor or recognition

business transactions; the way of treating people or handling situations

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

unable to speak; silent; lacking intelligence; stupid

a wild animal's lair or home; a small, comfortable room; a place for illegal activities

A feeling of slight pain, unease, or awkwardness.

Barrier or interruption, sudden disturbance in any process or service.

a person, animal, or plant much smaller than average

a mental health condition characterized by persistent sadness; a severe economic downturn

A format in which information is stored as electronic data.

a pair of people or things, especially in music or entertainment

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

a male bee that does not work and whose only function is to mate with the queen

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

a person who relies on another for financial support; someone who depends on others

The quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information.

To become progressively worse in quality, condition, or performance; to decline.

a measured amount of a medicine or drug taken at one time

notable; honored; famous; having a dignified appearance or manner

a supporter of democracy or a member of the Democratic Party in the US

to turn aside from a course; to redirect or entertain

Easily broken or damaged; requiring careful handling.

to break down food in the body; to think about and understand

the act of removing someone from their job; the act of treating something as unimportant

the state of being worthy of honor or respect; composure and self-respect

Things that prevent someone from concentrating on something else.

to make someone less confident or enthusiastic about doing something

The expression of an unfavorable opinion or judgment

to impress deeply or blind with brilliance or skill

separate or disconnected; showing a lack of emotional involvement

separate and different; clear and recognizable; unique

to regard with contempt; to hate strongly

A condition in which the body or tissue lacks adequate water content.

able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; lasting; strong

feeling a strong sense of dislike or revulsion

Moving downward; going down or descending.

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

worth having or wanting; attractive

a book or online resource listing people, businesses, or services with relevant details

a feature that renders something less acceptable; a disadvantage or problem

A person appointed as a substitute with power to act.

to interrupt or cause someone to stop what they are doing

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

the number below the line in a fraction; a common factor in a situation

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

to move slowly, especially by air or water currents

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

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

To obtain something from a source.

The state of being diverse; variety.

the action or process of getting rid of something

to throw away something that is no longer needed

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

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

in a sudden, striking, or exaggerated way

an entry recording an amount owed; money taken from a bank account

To treat someone unfairly based on race, gender, or other differences; or to recognize a distinction.

uncertain; questionable; feeling uncertain about something

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

the legal ending of a marriage; to officially end a marriage

able to be trusted or relied on; consistently reliable

a person or business that buys and sells goods; someone who distributes

To cause someone to believe something that is not true.

the action of deceiving someone; the state of being deceived

to detach or separate from a connection or source

to openly resist or refuse to obey someone or something; to challenge or dare someone to do something

a formal or explicit statement or announcement; an official proclamation

The process of reaching a conclusion through logical reasoning.

concern and distress caused by something unexpected; consternation or alarm

Feeling very sad and without hope; in a state of unhappiness.

the complete loss or absence of hope; a state of feeling hopeless

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

The identification of a disease, condition, or problem through examination of symptoms.

slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way

To ignore something; lack of consideration or respect for something.

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

An area of knowledge, activity, or territory over which control is exercised.

to die or cause to die by being submerged in and inhaling water

Consciously and intentionally; on purpose.

A group of people chosen to represent others in negotiations or discussions.

To send off to a destination or for a purpose.

To become progressively worse; to decline in quality, condition, or strength.

to cause severe and overwhelming destruction or damage

a loss of power, prosperity, or status; the cause of such a loss

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

a medical condition in which the body cannot properly control the level of sugar in the blood

A number system based on 10; a number expressed in the base-10 system.

to make or become dark; to reduce brightness or light

causing or able to cause death; extremely dangerous; lethal

to discover or identify the presence or existence of something; to notice something that is not immediately obvious

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.

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

to remove someone from a job or position; to decide something is not important

a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities

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

causing harm or injury

behavior that conforms to accepted standards of morality or respectability

Something that prevents concentration or takes attention away from something else.

Causing or tending to cause disruption.

to position strategically; to use effectively

to take something away from someone, or prevent them from having it

controlling, influencing, or prevailing over others; most important or powerful

a structure where ships are loaded, unloaded, or repaired

to separate or remove something from something else

to reveal or make information known; to expose

No longer married because the marriage has been legally dissolved.

extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

refusing to obey rules or authority; rebellious

relating to the process of growth or progress

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