Made or having variety in form, nature, or content.

a division of a large organization such as a government, university, or company

the system or process by which water or other liquids are drained away

to clearly show or prove something through evidence, explanation, or action

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

a piece of clothing for women or girls that covers the body and extends down over the legs

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

to regard with contempt; to hate strongly

having a bad reputation; not considered respectable or trustworthy

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

To make wider, larger, or more open.

a failure to agree or a difference in opinion

fond of or given to argument and debate

to illegally take money or valuables from someone by deception

The removal or reduction of government regulations in an economic sector.

To destroy or kill a large proportion of something.

a traditional Indian garment for men consisting of a piece of unstitched cloth worn around the waist and legs

Characterized by or reflecting a state of moral or cultural decline; excessively self-indulgent.

Moving downward; going down or descending.

individually separate and distinct

a tool or exercise used for making holes or practicing skills

to cease to be visible; to vanish

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

a person who shows how something works or takes part in a public protest

subject to customs duty or tax

unfashionable, dull, or shabby in appearance

feeling sad, dejected, or with lowered eyes

a percussion instrument typically made of a hollow cylinder with a membrane stretched over one or both ends

Deoxyribonucleic acid, the molecule that carries genetic information in living organisms.

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

to damage something so badly that it cannot be used

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

Dull, lacking brightness or interest; monotonous.

to distribute or give out something; to handle or manage

worth having or wanting; attractive

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

Shy or lacking confidence in one's own abilities.

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

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

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

The process of destroying harmful microorganisms to prevent infection.

Tending to digress or move from topic to topic; lengthy and rambling.

to harm someone's reputation by spreading false information

A line of verse with ten syllables.

The latest time or date by which something should be completed.

to bring or hand over something to the intended recipient

the action of selling off or disposing of business interests or assets

a small boat, often carried or towed by a larger vessel, used for short trips or as a lifeboat

to fall or let fall in drops

dried chili peppers used as spice for adding heat to food

Moral or cultural decline characterized by excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury.

a small hollow mark on the surface of something; to make a small hollow mark

to move rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps

to separate into parts; to split or break apart

able to be trusted or relied on; consistently reliable

a formal speech delivered with rhetorical or dramatic effect

to officially assign, appoint, or indicate something or someone

the feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the non-fulfillment of one's hopes or expectations

showing stubborn determination and persistence

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

Tending to depart from the main subject in speech or writing.

a domesticated carnivorous mammal that is typically kept as a pet or for work

To steal or violently remove valuable possessions from a place.

a formal or explicit statement or announcement; an official proclamation

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

to assert one's will over another in an arrogant way

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

a person, animal, or plant much smaller than average

A forceful and bitter verbal attack against someone or something.

delicious or highly enjoyable

open to discussion or doubt; not certain

to demand payment of a debt persistently

The action or process of differentiating or distinguishing between things.

requiring much effort, skill, or attention; difficult to satisfy

morally corrupt or wicked

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

The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of respect; to regard with contempt.

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

To disguise or conceal one's true feelings or intentions.

Lack of self-confidence; shyness or modesty.

characterized by propriety, good taste, and proper manners

A feeling of disappointment resulting from the discovery that something is not as good as one believed it to be.

A state of disorganization or untidiness; confusion or disorder.

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

To sleep lightly for a short time.

a container for holding waste or garbage before disposal

a situation in which no progress is possible; complete standstill

possessed, produced, or influenced by a demon; frenzied or violent

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.

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

Unpleasant or offensive; causing discomfort or annoyance.

adventurous courage; willingness to take risks

expressing disapproval or belittling

a building or farm where milk is produced; products made from milk; a shop selling milk and milk products

the events that will necessarily happen to someone in the future; fate or predetermined course

the action of turning something aside from its course; an activity that diverts the mind

causing or able to cause death; extremely dangerous; lethal

Available for use at the discretion of the user; not required or mandatory.

The ability to make decisions quickly and effectively.

a short knife with a pointed blade used as a weapon

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

to express disapproval of something

dutiful; obedient and respectful

Extremely harmful or destructive results or effects

separate or disconnected; showing a lack of emotional involvement

Something that is based on another source; in math, a measure of how a function changes.

a book in which one keeps a daily record of events and experiences

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

An early type of photograph produced on a silver or silver-covered copper plate.

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

devoted to a cause, task, or purpose

A person skilled in dialectic or logical argument.

to feel or express strong disapproval of something; to regret deeply

The act of abandoning one’s country, cause, or group in favor of another.

to mock or ridicule someone or something

To appoint someone as a deputy; to act as a substitute or representative.

The removal of ambiguity by making something clear and unambiguous.

a person who performs dance, typically as a profession or art form

A house or apartment divided into two separate residences.

Humble submission and respect.

To remove or reduce the magnetic properties of something.