To unsettle, confuse, or disturb the composure of someone.

the scientific study of trees and woody plants

Closely compacted in substance; having parts crowded together.

a disagreement or argument about something important

to make something look more attractive by adding ornaments

Deeply religious or sincere.

A mournful song, piece of music, or poem expressing grief, often for the dead.

to strip away possessions, rights, or assets; to rid oneself of

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

A complex vowel sound that begins with one vowel and glides into another within the same syllable.

Harsh and lacking harmony; conflicting.

expressing disapproval or belittling

to a great depth; intensely; profoundly

relating to a diocese or the district under the supervision of a bishop in the Christian Church

stylish and confident; lively and energetic; attractive and charming

silly or nonsensical talk

The most respected or prominent person in a particular field.

To make a choice or judgment about something.

to create pictures or designs with a pencil or pen

a viral disease affecting animals, especially dogs; also refers to a state of disorder

Showing or having skill, especially with the hands; mentally adroit and skillful.

a single piece of information; a fact used as a basis for reasoning or calculation

a means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity; something that hides the truth

Deliberately misleading or dishonest.

A number by which another number is divided.

To release or detach oneself from something; to withdraw.

lack of interest or concern

an amount or level of something; an academic qualification

To investigate deeply; to dig into a subject or area.

to stun or confuse someone temporarily with a shock or surprise

To obtain something from a source.

A lack of connection between things; separation or disunity.

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

loved or cherished; sometimes used as a polite form of address

The payment of money from a fund.

Causing unease, embarrassment, or discomfort.

facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis; information in digital form

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

to show excessive love or fondness for someone or something

to fail to fulfill the hopes or expectations of someone; to make someone feel sad or displeased

to speak in a slow, lazy way with prolonged vowel sounds

to position strategically; to use effectively

To distribute or provide something, especially in portions.

a type of debt instrument not secured by physical assets or collateral

a unit used to measure the intensity of sound

Gradually reducing in number, size, or strength.

conscientiously fulfilling one's duty; obedient; respectful

Serving to separate or divide; expressing a choice between alternatives.

to be indecisive or unable to make a decision

to melt or become liquid; to officially end or break up an agreement or organization

A retail store that sells medicines, health-related products, and sometimes cosmetics or snacks.

a person who conceals their real feelings or intentions; a hypocrite or pretender

Extremely harmful or destructive results or effects

the act of cutting apart or analyzing something in detail, especially a body or structure

small white or grey flakes of dead skin that form on the scalp and fall from the hair

having exact and definite limits or form

Wicked or cruel behavior; mischievous actions.

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

having two parts or consisting of two elements; double

a downward slope of ground

A feeling of slight pain, unease, or awkwardness.

to speak aloud in a formal, passionate, or theatrical way

The process of purifying a liquid by heating and cooling; the extraction of the essential meaning.

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

to send off to a destination or for a purpose

A drug that reduces functional or nervous activity in the body.

the act of formally ending or breaking apart something, such as an organization or marriage

A state of inactivity, stagnation, or low spirits; also a region near the equator with calm winds.

to separate and go in different directions; to differ

Reduction of the general level of prices in an economy.

reckless; extremely urgent; critical

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

Power and influence over others; control or command.

Having the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively; determining the outcome.

suspicious; questionable; unreliable; risky or dangerous

The deep parts of the sea or ocean, typically beyond the continental shelf.

approaching death; in the process of dying; fading away

The process of decline or deterioration in structure or function.

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

to remove hair from the skin, especially by mechanical or chemical means

dehydrated leaves of the fenugreek plant used as a herb in cooking

the exercise of control or influence over someone or something

extremely or unusually small

the length of time that something continues

the action of delivering letters, parcels, or goods; the process of giving birth

extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

The action of depositing something; the laying down of matter by a natural process.

a person's outward behavior or appearance

A peaceful solution to conflicts through negotiation and diplomatic channels.

The ability to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; hard-wearing.

Expressing or holding opinions that are opposed to the majority or official view.

to deprive someone, especially a child, of inheritance or right to property

To expel a foreigner from a country, usually for legal or political reasons.

lacking moral restraint; indulging excessively in sensual pleasures

not having enough of a specified quality or ingredient; lacking or inadequate

the public condemnation or accusation of someone or something

morally corrupt or wicked

The action or process of differentiating or distinguishing between things.

a loud, unpleasant, and prolonged noise

To move in a weak and unsteady way, especially due to old age.

a movable barrier used to close an entrance to a building or room

threats, violence, or pressure used to force someone to do something

To cut off the head of a person or animal.

The state of decline or deterioration, often in moral, cultural, or physical qualities.

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.

to manage or control the course of something; to give instructions

to deny responsibility or connection with something

the process or art of decorating something; ornamental items used to beautify

a barren area of landscape with little precipitation; an arid region with sparse vegetation

a situation in which no progress is possible; complete standstill

A prefix meaning abnormal, bad, difficult, or impaired.

imprisonment or confinement

A person with an uncontrollable craving for alcoholic drinks.

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

a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction; distrust or suspicion

The ability to judge well or understand something correctly; keen insight.

to have courage to do something; to challenge someone

to change color, especially in a way that spoils the original appearance

hardworking and careful; showing persistent effort

A person who makes or alters women's clothing professionally.

unfashionable, dull, or shabby in appearance