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

a structured collection of data stored and accessed electronically

Showing a great deal of variety; very different.

having faults or defects; imperfect

A feeling of slight pain, unease, or awkwardness.

to move quickly and suddenly; to strike or break something violently

a rich, intense, or dark shade of any color

causing damage; harmful

the action of making something known or public

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

concern and distress caused by something unexpected; consternation or alarm

Barrier or interruption, sudden disturbance in any process or service.

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

To get rid of something, or to arrange or incline towards something.

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

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

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

Extremely harmful or destructive results or effects

to turn aside from a course; to redirect or entertain

A number system based on 10; a number expressed in the base-10 system.

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

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

to throw away something that is no longer needed

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

an evil spirit or devil

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

a feeling of revulsion or strong disapproval aroused by something unpleasant

Consciously and intentionally; on purpose.

No longer married because the marriage has been legally dissolved.

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.

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

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

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

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

to cause severe and overwhelming destruction or damage

the act of sharing or delivering something to multiple people or places

a disagreement or argument about something important

Unpleasant or offensive; causing discomfort or annoyance.

Scattered pieces of waste or remains.

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

Closely compacted in substance; having parts crowded together.

Easily broken or damaged; requiring careful handling.

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

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

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

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

Firmness of purpose; the quality of being determined; resolve.

A format in which information is stored as electronic data.

a mat placed in front of a door for wiping feet

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

Very loving, loyal, or dedicated.

to break down food in the body; to think about and understand

the length of time that something continues

making someone feel less confident or enthusiastic about doing something

to officially assign, appoint, or indicate something or someone

a chemical substance used to kill harmful microorganisms on surfaces

able to be trusted or relied on; consistently reliable

a person, animal, or plant much smaller than average

a model or replica of a human used for practice, display, or testing; also a term for a foolish person

extremely bad or unpleasant; causing fear or suffering; terrible

relating to the process of growth or progress

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

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

to position strategically; to use effectively

a formal or explicit statement or announcement; an official proclamation

Relating to the digestion of food.

a person who is descended from a particular ancestor; offspring of a later generation

the interruption of a settled and peaceful condition; anxiety or mental uneasiness

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

to devote time, effort, or oneself to a particular purpose or person

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

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

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

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

the action or process of getting rid of something

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

In a closely compacted or crowded manner.

adventurous courage; willingness to take risks

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

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

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

having two parts or consisting of two elements; double

A bright yellow spring flower with a trumpet-shaped center, symbolizing rebirth and new beginnings

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

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

to discourage someone from doing something by instilling doubt or fear

Moving downward; going down or descending.

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

material that provides official information or evidence

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

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

The state of being diverse; variety.

separate and different; clear and recognizable; unique

to clean something thoroughly to destroy bacteria or viruses

causing harm or injury

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Done consciously and intentionally; carefully considered.

the action or process of identifying the presence of something

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

the action of deceiving someone; the state of being deceived

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

a medical condition in which the body cannot properly control the level of sugar in the blood

in a way that shows despair or great need

Causing or tending to cause disruption.

extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

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

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

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

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

The expression of an unfavorable opinion or judgment

To sleep lightly for a short time.

a type of water bird that dives underwater to catch fish

Feeling very sad and without hope; in a state of unhappiness.

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