to officially assign, appoint, or indicate something or someone

intelligent; quick-witted; well-dressed; stylish

a place or greenhouse where ferns are cultivated

a site where waste material is buried under the ground

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.

firm conviction that something is the case; the quality of being reliably true

To carry out or perpetrate an act; to pledge or bind to a course of action.

The measurement of depth of water in oceans, seas, or lakes.

to seat someone again or to fit something back into its place

A mixture of metals or a metal combined with another element.

Showing efficient, competent, and practical skill, but without flair or creativity.

in a way that is opposite or contrary; in reverse order or manner

at a later time; afterward

A means of raising money by selling numbered tickets and giving prizes to the holders of numbers drawn at random.

Known or talked about by many people; famous.

the process of recovering or returning to a normal state

The act of getting ready or making arrangements for something.

To combine things in order to make them more effective or easier to handle.

familiar with or knowledgeable about something

rough or harsh in sound; having a rough voice from shouting or illness

Relating to or characterized by departure from accepted beliefs or standards, especially in religion.

Difference in size, degree, circumstances, etc.; lack of equality.

an elected member of a local council who helps make decisions and represent the community

Expressing great sorrow or distress.

close to the actual but not exact; to estimate or calculate roughly

A large, impressive building or structure.

too painful, annoying, or unpleasant to tolerate; impossible to endure

to encourage or assist someone to commit a crime or wrongdoing

to think deeply about something; to meditate or reflect

the money paid for a journey on public transport; also food or treatment provided

An oceanographic phenomenon that involves wind-driven motion of dense, cooler, and nutrient-rich water towards the ocean surface.

a highly stylized and artistic form of dance

The path followed by a projectile flying or an object moving under the action of given forces.

Evade or escape from, typically in a skillful or cunning way; avoid being caught.

to go into; to come or go inside

efficient; yielding good results; fruitful

To delay or linger; to stay longer than intended.

To ride a horse at a controlled, easy pace between a trot and a gallop.

to catch up with and pass someone or something; to surpass

To recognize or establish who or what someone or something is.

Self-evident, obviously true without need for proof

A feeling of excitement, happiness, or elation.

beyond the mountains, especially referring to support for the Pope over local church authority

Capable of bringing fundamental changes opposite to conventional beliefs or systems.

in a hopeful manner; expressing hope or optimism

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

The action of organizing something differently.

Relating to monks, monasteries, or a life of religious seclusion.

to form into a nucleus or bring together into a central part

Based on or using algorithms; relating to mathematical rules or procedures.

felt interest or liking toward someone or something; was drawn by appeal or force

to feel bitterness or displeasure about something or someone

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

having a sharp end; direct and unambiguous

To gain favor or approval by deliberate effort, often in a flattering way.

An opinion or feeling formed beforehand; a prejudice or preoccupation.

failure to take proper care in doing something; carelessness

to formally accuse someone of committing a serious crime

to experience pain, distress, or hardship

A sudden, uncontrolled rush of people or animals; to cause a mass movement.

Best or most favorable; the most effective under particular conditions.

The fact of surpassing all others; superiority.

owed as a debt; expected at a certain time; scheduled

capable of being divided or separated

a person who works on a ship; sailor

Relating to the philosopher Francis Bacon or his method of scientific reasoning.

an aquatic animal with a hard shell, such as crabs, lobsters, and shrimps

A person skilled in diplomacy; another word for diplomat.

The state of being complex; intricacy.

Intelligently analytical and clear-thinking; showing clear thought and good understanding of what is important.

suitcases or other bags in which to pack personal belongings for traveling

a ray or shaft of light; a long piece of wood or metal used to support weight

fond of interfering in other people’s affairs

the first person singular present tense of 'be'

a person who acts quickly and without thinking when angry

Informal or secondary conversations that occur outside the main agenda of a formal meeting.

a plant grown for its leaves, which are used in making cigarettes and cigars

Relating to or expressing penitence or penance.

a wreath of flowers and leaves, worn on the head or hung as decoration

To move or spread in an irregular, scattered, or untidy way.

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

Emerging, developing, or in the early stages of formation

Requiring a lot of effort; physically or mentally demanding.

A humorous imitation of something, or to trick or parody someone or something.

Happening at a bad or inconvenient time.

The character or quality of a musical sound or voice as distinct from its pitch and intensity.

An extreme obsession with collecting or possessing books.

A powerful whirlpool in the sea or a situation of confused movement and turmoil.

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

a small oval pink-red tropical fruit with white translucent flesh and sweet taste

The act of making a situation worse or the state of being worsened.

the act of forcibly stopping something or holding back feelings or actions

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

A substance that takes part in and undergoes change during a chemical reaction.

A sensation of spinning or dizziness, often caused by problems in the inner ear or brain.

to engage in battle or combat; to struggle against

A soothing or healing ointment applied to the skin.

To agree to something, especially after careful consideration; an expression of approval.

an extreme or irrational fear of being in confined spaces

Buses powered by hydrogen fuel cells that produce only water vapor as emission.

The living substance inside a cell, including the cytoplasm and nucleus.

to mention or describe something in detail

a public building or agency where mail is sent, received, and other postal services are provided

used for emphasis after a negative statement to mean 'at all'

relating to a country's navy or military ships

to cause someone to feel very excited and pleased

a natural spring of water; an artificial structure from which water flows

Lacking ambition or the ability to accomplish anything; lazy and unmotivated.

capable of being reflected, as light or an image

Introducing new ideas or methods; innovative or pioneering.

The natural coloring of animal or plant tissue.

a type of cloth or woven fabric made by knitting or weaving fibers

An office or agency that provides services or manages specific duties.

to cover with a smooth, shiny surface; to coat with a glossy finish

A large vein in the neck that carries blood from the head back to the heart.

the time in the evening when the sun goes below the horizon

a fine, smooth fabric made from the threads produced by silkworms

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

Essential assets or supplies that are crucial for survival and development.

a large group of fish swimming together; a shallow place in water

an opening in a wall fitted with glass to let in light and air