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

a tool or exercise used for making holes or practicing skills

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

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

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

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

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

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

A format in which information is stored as electronic data.

The first public appearance or performance of someone or something.

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

to make or become dark; to reduce brightness or light

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

the distance from the top or surface to the bottom; the quality of being intense or profound

a mixture of flour, water, and other ingredients used to make bread or pastries

adventurous courage; willingness to take risks

extremely bad or unpleasant; causing fear or suffering; terrible

a failure to agree or a difference in opinion

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

to position strategically; to use effectively

slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Extremely harmful or destructive results or effects

to officially assign, appoint, or indicate something or someone

Consciously and intentionally; on purpose.

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

a chemical substance used to kill harmful microorganisms on surfaces

A longer or less direct route taken to avoid something or reach a destination.

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

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

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

to have a negative opinion about something; to consider something wrong or bad

causing damage; harmful

No longer married because the marriage has been legally dissolved.

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

to throw away something that is no longer needed

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

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

a structure where ships are loaded, unloaded, or repaired

a young duck

a person who protects someone or something from harm or attack

The process of reaching a conclusion through logical reasoning.

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

a type of water bird that dives underwater to catch fish

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

the space where a door opens into a room or building

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

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

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

unable to speak; silent; lacking intelligence; stupid

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

in a faint or unclear way; with little light

to turn aside from a course; to redirect or entertain

The expression of an unfavorable opinion or judgment

to make someone less confident or enthusiastic about doing something

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

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

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

Power and influence over others; control or command.

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.

To send off to a destination or for a purpose.

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

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

a structured collection of data stored and accessed electronically

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

behavior that conforms to accepted standards of morality or respectability

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

Done consciously and intentionally; carefully considered.

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

Unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information through security violation

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

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

to regard with contempt; to hate strongly

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

Developed or obtained from something else; not original.

Moving downward; going down or descending.

reckless; extremely urgent; critical

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

To plan or invent something carefully.

able to be trusted or relied on; consistently reliable

To cause someone to believe something that is not true.

To obtain something from a source.

an evil spirit or devil

the length of time that something continues

a large insect with four transparent wings that lives near water

to give time, effort, or resources to something

open to discussion or doubt; not certain

a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities

material that provides official information or evidence

extremely bright and impressive; brilliant and stunning

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

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

Empty of people; abandoned.

to interrupt or cause someone to stop what they are doing

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

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

relating to teeth or dentistry

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

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

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

the action of deceiving someone; the state of being deceived

refusing to obey rules or authority; rebellious

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

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

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

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

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

causing anxiety, worry, or emotional distress

a rich, intense, or dark shade of any color

relating to the process of growth or progress

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

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

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

feeling or showing extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain