a type of water bird that dives underwater to catch fish

To interrupt or disturb the normal progress or activity of something.

A preliminary version of a piece of writing; to prepare a preliminary version of a document.

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

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

the action of deceiving someone; the state of being deceived

to drop or dispose of something carelessly; to end a relationship suddenly

business transactions; the way of treating people or handling situations

a formal or explicit statement or announcement; an official proclamation

to give time, effort, or resources to something

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

Unpleasant or offensive; causing discomfort or annoyance.

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

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

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

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

To obtain something from a source.

Developed or obtained from something else; not original.

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

Scattered pieces of waste or remains.

a structured collection of data stored and accessed electronically

extremely bright and impressive; brilliant and stunning

a disagreement or argument about something important

to turn aside from a course; to redirect or entertain

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

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

A person appointed as a substitute with power to act.

adventurous courage; willingness to take risks

A landform at the mouth of a river where it splits into several outlets.

Done consciously and intentionally; carefully considered.

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

to change the color of something using a chemical substance

Causing or tending to cause disruption.

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

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

to throw away something that is no longer needed

to reveal or make information known; to expose

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

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

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

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

the length of time that something continues

to make or become dark; to reduce brightness or light

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

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

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

relating to teeth or dentistry

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

the action or process of identifying the presence of something

to send off to a destination or for a purpose

to interrupt or cause someone to stop what they are doing

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

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

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

to officially assign, appoint, or indicate something or someone

to discourage someone from doing something by instilling doubt or fear

to say words aloud for someone to write down; to give orders

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

Empty of people; abandoned.

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

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

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

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

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

unable to speak; silent; lacking intelligence; stupid

To publicly declare something to be wrong, evil, or condemn strongly.

Consciously and intentionally; on purpose.

relating to the process of growth or progress

the amount by which something is too small; a shortfall or lack

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

uncertain; questionable; feeling uncertain about something

to destroy completely, especially a building or structure

a rich, intense, or dark shade of any color

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

to have power or control over something or someone

To cause someone to believe something that is not true.

extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

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

a small coin, especially a U.S. coin worth ten cents

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

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

extremely bad or unsuccessful; causing great damage

a mat placed in front of a door for wiping feet

to clean something thoroughly to destroy bacteria or viruses

to separate or remove something from something else

Relating to the digestion of food.

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

heavenly; sacred; godlike; relating to God or a deity

To postpone or delay; to yield to someone else's judgment or opinion.

a person or company that creates software, buildings, or land projects

serving as a final or most authoritative form; conclusive and decisive

a person who protects someone or something from harm or attack

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

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

extremely bad or unpleasant; causing fear or suffering; terrible

a failure to agree or a difference in opinion

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

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.

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

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

The state of being diverse; variety.

In a closely compacted or crowded manner.

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

worth having or wanting; attractive

Unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information through security violation

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

to detach or separate from a connection or source

A feeling of slight pain, unease, or awkwardness.

separate and different; clear and recognizable; unique

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

Closely compacted in substance; having parts crowded together.

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

a large insect with four transparent wings that lives near water

in a way that shows despair or great need

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

to make something unable to function or operate

a structure where ships are loaded, unloaded, or repaired

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

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

Extremely harmful or destructive results or effects

the forces or properties that stimulate growth, development, or change within a system or process