affected by disease; suffering from illness; sick

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

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

shameful; bringing dishonor; worthy of condemnation

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

To make someone feel sad or without hope; to reduce the level or strength of something.

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.

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

to officially assign, appoint, or indicate something or someone

in a faint or unclear way; with little light

the process of rotting or decomposing; gradual decline or deterioration

a substance used for cleaning, especially for washing clothes and dishes

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

making someone feel less confident or enthusiastic about doing something

a barrier constructed to hold back water and raise its level; a female parent of an animal

an evil spirit or devil

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

causing anxiety, worry, or emotional distress

the space where a door opens into a room or building

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

having a quality or characteristic that makes something different and easily noticed

to put on (an article of clothing); also used as a title for a respected person

an official document showing that a person has completed a course of study or training

extremely bright and impressive; brilliant and stunning

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

An aspect or feature of a situation, problem, or thing; a measurable extent.

adventurous courage; willingness to take risks

refusing to obey rules or authority; rebellious

to make or become dark; to reduce brightness or light

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

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

An official representing a country abroad; a person skilled in dealing with people tactfully.

having faults or defects; imperfect

tiny drops of water that form on cool surfaces at night when atmospheric water vapour condenses

A flat surface or platform, often on a ship or building.

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

Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.

The first public appearance or performance of someone or something.

to recognize or show the differences between two or more things; to set apart as different

to interrupt or cause someone to stop what they are doing

to place money in a bank account, or a sum paid in advance as security; a layer of material left naturally

to detach or separate from a connection or source

Closely compacted in substance; having parts crowded together.

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

Unpleasant or offensive; causing discomfort or annoyance.

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

The quality of being dedicated or committed to a task or purpose; devotion.

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

to represent or show something in a picture, story, or other art form

to twist or change the shape, appearance, or meaning of something so it is not true or accurate

A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall; a shortage of water.

to move suddenly and quickly; a small pointed missile thrown at a target

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

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

to reveal or make information known; to expose

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

to have power or control over something or someone

to make something unable to function or operate

Unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information through security violation

The action of bringing resources into effective action.

to change the color of something using a chemical substance

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

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

a formal or explicit statement or announcement; an official proclamation

Extremely harmful or destructive results or effects

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

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

to discourage someone from doing something by instilling doubt or fear

a structure where ships are loaded, unloaded, or repaired

a failure to agree or a difference in opinion

feeling or showing extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

to make someone less confident or enthusiastic about doing something

To move or fall downward; to come or go down from a higher place.

worth having or wanting; attractive

able to be trusted or relied on; consistently reliable

to separate or remove something from something else

Power and influence over others; control or command.

Written or spoken communication or debate.

To recognize or make a distinction between things.

unable to speak; silent; lacking intelligence; stupid

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

a large insect with four transparent wings that lives near water

a person who protects someone or something from harm or attack

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

the action of moving downward, falling, or dropping; ancestry or origin

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

the state of relying on or needing someone or something for support; addiction

the degree of compactness of a substance; the quantity of something per unit area

to position strategically; to use effectively

to make or become less; to reduce in size, importance, or value

Causing or tending to cause disruption.

Relating to the digestion of food.

the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people; recognition of difference

a young duck

causing damage; harmful

a ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained control by force

uncertain; questionable; feeling uncertain about something

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

reckless; extremely urgent; critical

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

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

to take someone's attention away from what they are doing or focusing on

To identify a disease, condition, or problem by examining symptoms.

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

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

A state of confusion or lack of order; also a medical or mental condition.

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

to regard with contempt; to hate strongly

to move quickly to one side to avoid something; to avoid dealing with something cleverly or dishonestly

a chemical substance used to kill harmful microorganisms on surfaces

a short private road leading from a street to a house or garage

a person chosen or elected to act for or represent others; representative

a numeral from 0 to 9; also a finger or toe

the action of making something known or public

separate or disconnected; showing a lack of emotional involvement

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

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

slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way

a rich, intense, or dark shade of any color

careful and prudent in one's speech or actions, especially to keep something confidential or avoid embarrassment

to fall or let fall in drops