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

Disagreement or conflict between people or ideas.

A shift in population patterns from high birth and death rates to low birth and death rates as a country develops economically

to give out or spread something among several people or places

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

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

a substance that makes something unclean; earth or soil; unclean matter

to take something away from someone, or prevent them from having it

to treat with scorn or contempt (archaic form of disdain)

a fault or disadvantage; a mark given for a fault or offense

sorrowful; mournful; expressing grief or sadness

To plan or invent something carefully.

A person made to do hard, menial, or dull work.

worthless or unwanted material; rubbish or impurities

Moving downward; going down or descending.

extremely bright and impressive; brilliant and stunning

to live in a place; to think about something for a long time

relating to teeth or dentistry

Humble submission and respect.

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

something that is desired or considered necessary

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

A hill or ridge of sand formed by the wind, usually found in deserts or near beaches.

The transfer of authority from central to local government.

The action or fact of spreading something, especially information, widely.

a person who protects someone or something from harm or attack

to publicly criticize or express strong disapproval of something

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

unable to speak; silent; lacking intelligence; stupid

to change the color of something using a chemical substance

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

to officially prevent someone from participating or being eligible

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

a formal discussion of opposing viewpoints; argument with reasoned points

The action or process of distributing things or people over a wide area.

a structured collection of data stored and accessed electronically

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

A feeling of worry or unease; to make someone feel anxious or uneasy.

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

a formal debate or argument

a feeling of revulsion or strong disapproval aroused by something unpleasant

a precious stone that is extremely hard and brilliant when cut

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.

An acutely disturbed state of mind characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence.

a recognized autonomous branch of the Christian Church; a unit of value or currency

free from moisture or liquid; not wet; lacking interest or excitement

Deceitfulness or double-dealing; dishonesty.

the process of disappearing or wasting; excessive indulgence in pleasure

to fit or combine perfectly together

characteristic of or resembling a demon; wildly evil

Behavior that differs from accepted social or moral standards.

a substance such as powder, paste, or liquid used to clean teeth

subject to customs duty or tax

The process of developing or being developed; growth or progress.

condemnation to eternal punishment in hell; something that causes ruin or failure

to cause someone to lose confidence or hope

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

extremely upset and anxious, often to the point of being unable to think clearly

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

the denial of any responsibility, connection, or support

to raise doubts, objections, or show reluctance

The payment of money from a fund.

An individual feature, fact, or item of information.

open to discussion or doubt; not certain

A crown or headband worn as a symbol of royalty or authority.

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

Causing unease, embarrassment, or discomfort.

to spread a thick or sticky substance carelessly on a surface

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

not honest; fraudulent; deceitful

the exercise of control or influence over someone or something

unfashionable, dull, or shabby in appearance

Deceitful; deliberately deceptive or dishonest.

the state of being separated or not united

A person who gives something, especially to a charity or cause.

showing stubborn determination and persistence

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

Filled with grief or sadness; mournful.

to release or dismiss from duty; to emit or give off

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

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

the public condemnation or accusation of someone or something

An evil spirit or supernatural being often regarded as the embodiment of wickedness and harm.

Marked with spots or patches of light and shade or different colors.

Capable of being divided by another number without leaving a remainder.

To disturb the normal position of something, especially a joint in the body.

extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

A state of disorganization or untidiness; confusion or disorder.

to take weapons away from someone; to make someone feel less hostile

feeling or showing great pleasure and happiness

very unhappy and unable to be comforted

To cause someone to believe something that is not true.

In the dark or growing dark; dimly.

the action of leaving, especially to start a journey; a deviation from an established course

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

a person considered to be important because of high rank or office

the action or process of identifying the presence of something

to put something quickly into a liquid and take it out again

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

to greatly astonish or shock someone so they are temporarily speechless

To perceive or recognize something; to distinguish with difficulty by sight or with the other senses.

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

the action of detaining someone or being detained in official custody

having lost quality, value, or moral character

a person who manages or oversees a company, department, or film

to create pictures or designs with a pencil or pen

The process of removing toxic substances from a living organism.

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

Gradually reducing in number, size, or strength.

Characterized by constant change, activity, or progress.

a conversation between two or more people; discussion aimed at exploration of a subject

a place where things are stored or deposited, especially financial assets

the state of being held in low esteem or having a bad reputation

adventurous courage; willingness to take risks

feeling or showing deep hopelessness or discouragement

an action that is performed intentionally or consciously; a legal document showing ownership

The act of expelling a foreigner from a country.

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

The process of decline or deterioration in structure or function.

No longer married because the marriage has been legally dissolved.

Causing worry, unease, or anxiety.