having a physical or mental condition that limits movements, senses, or activities

a stick of wax with a wick that burns to give light

one of the light structures that cover a bird's body

to condemn or criticize strongly; used as an expletive to express anger or emphasis

The quality or fact of being greater in number, quantity, or importance.

Showing a casual lack of concern; carefree.

A person who gives testimony under oath, especially in a written deposition.

a limitation or restriction

in the direction that clock hands move; in a circular direction from left to right

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.

Lacking moral restraint; disregarding accepted rules of conduct.

An economic policy where government does not intervene in business affairs.

a person who tends to be hopeful and confident about the future; someone who sees the good side of things

a small, sharp, two-edged surgical knife used for making small incisions

for an unlimited or unspecified period of time

moderately cold; calm and composed; fashionable or impressive

sorrowful; mournful; expressing grief or sadness

an instrument for finding direction with a magnetic needle pointing to magnetic north

the use of mysterious or supernatural powers to influence events

To come between people, groups, or events, often to prevent conflict or improve a situation.

To do better than someone else; to surpass.

To convert something written in code into normal language; to succeed in understanding the meaning of something.

having a color between red and yellow like that of a ripe orange fruit

a floating flower that grows on the surface of ponds and lakes

a large powerful ape found in the forests of central Africa

required by law or rules; compulsory

to show excessive love or fondness for someone or something

To contaminate with a disease-causing organism.

A sitting room in a private house, or a shop providing specified services.

To connect or link closely; to twist together or combine closely.

A severe flood; an overwhelming quantity of something.

A group of people who gather to watch, listen to, or experience a performance, event, or broadcast.

on this day; at the present time

Feeling or expressing happiness and satisfaction.

extremely silly or unreasonable; deserving or causing laughter

A young woman making her first formal appearance in society.

A quick or brief look.

to make calm or still; to deprive a sailing vessel of wind

mild or merciful; describing weather as mild and pleasant

to put into action or motion; to motivate or activate

To count wrongly or inaccurately.

Relating to mountainous regions; found in mountain environments.

In music, played or sung smoothly and connectedly.

a large French country house or castle

a person's will; or strong evidence of something

an event or action that causes public outrage or damage to one's reputation

a celestial body moving in an elliptical orbit around a star

Make an action or process happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly.

money received for work or through investments

a person who eats in a hearty or robust manner; a big eater

a copy of a document made using a photocopying machine; to make such a copy

at the present moment or time

A forceful or violent effort to get free of restraint or resist attack; a determined effort under difficult circumstances.

A type of fish of the jack family; also informally means a large number or quantity.

to occur in turn repeatedly; to take turns; also, a substitute or replacement

Relating to or resembling a bear.

the act of taking someone away illegally by force; kidnapping

The action of making something obscure, unclear, or unintelligible.

The state of being saturated; the degree or extent to which something is dissolved or absorbed

A swollen area within body tissue containing pus, usually caused by infection.

to make or become hot or warm

A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior.

having great influence on someone or something; powerful; persuasive

The study of the mechanical properties and behavior of fluids in motion and at rest.

Vegetables that grow during specific seasons or times of the year

The actual application or use of an idea, belief, or method; repeated exercise in or performance of an activity or skill.

having the qualities of youth; energetic and fresh

Characterized by agreement or concord; forming a pleasing or consistent whole.

A sudden short attack or attempt, especially into new activity or territory.

lack of courage; behavior showing fear

the quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment; the soundness of an action or decision

The state of being someone's father.

a medicine or drink that restores or refreshes health and energy

the period of time during which someone holds an office or position

a formal statement testifying to someone's character and qualifications

A collection of songs or photographs compiled into a single book, record, or digital file.

A noisy disturbance or quarrel.

not open; shut

Willing to listen to or accept new ideas, suggestions, or experiences.

Shockingly bad or excessive; very unusual or amusing.

to have a strong desire to achieve something

a person who carries or brings something; holder of a document

to put an end to something; also a type of whisky

relief of symptoms without curing the underlying disease or problem

a hard, smooth stone used in building and sculpture, often white with colored lines

a statement or argument made to oppose or disprove another

To accept or allow behavior that is morally wrong or offensive.

To make someone feel very happy, animated, or excited.

about to happen soon, usually something unpleasant or threatening

the firm flesh that surrounds the roots of the teeth; a viscous secretion

To amuse oneself in a lively or playful way.

Relating to or designed for a particular sector or industry.

To push away or force apart due to similar charges or properties.

A short, lyrical poem set to music, typically from the Renaissance period.

The faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information

A feeling of boredom, listlessness, or dissatisfaction arising from lack of excitement.

the descriptive study or writing about the practical arts, technologies, or technical methods of a society

a very tall building of many stories

sad and disappointed

relating to the region around the South Pole

To be a sign or warning that something, especially something bad, is going to happen.

The first model or version of something, used as a sample for testing or improvement.

Small but powerful habits that can bring big changes over time

A rectangular block of clay or similar material used in building walls and other structures.

a person who claims to have clairvoyance; having the ability to see beyond normal senses

a large group of people united by common descent, history, culture, or language

Relating to or characteristic of atheists or atheism.

A wild party involving excessive indulgence, especially of a sexual nature.

to leave secretly and quickly, often to avoid arrest or punishment

A substance used to preserve foodstuffs, wood, or other materials against decay.

a male animal of the cattle family; sometimes refers to a strong or aggressive man

to open something that is rolled up; to spread out gradually

present or experienced to a severe or intense degree; having sharp perception

to frighten someone or make them feel afraid

a short and memorable phrase used to promote a cause or product

Unhealthy or not conducive to well-being.

Bad or unacceptable behavior, especially by children or in formal situations

used to emphasize that something is genuine or true

A groundbreaking action or plan that brings about significant change or transformation.

able to be endured; bearable; tolerable

The action of arousing interest, enthusiasm, or excitement.