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

Extremely hungry; famished.

The day of the week between Friday and Sunday; traditionally the sixth day of the week

A strong feeling of hostility; motivation or purpose behind an action.

giving out or reflecting much light; vivid in color

A citizen of a town, typically a member of the wealthy middle class.

unpleasant or repulsive in appearance; morally reprehensible

A place or collection where historical records and documents are stored.

Very similar to a real person, object, or scene; realistic.

causing surprise; unexpected; remarkable

To improve or repair a picture, photograph, or image by making small changes.

a person who has more than one spouse at the same time

To give strength or energy to someone or something.

complete; whole; not divided or in parts

a printed document that advertises or describes a school, business, or investment offering

A figure of speech in which one word or phrase is substituted with another closely related word or concept.

a symbol or other small design adopted by an organization to identify its products, uniform, vehicles, etc.

covered with oil; containing oil; greasy

wrongful or criminal deception intended to result in financial or personal gain

having a legitimate or just claim; proper or lawful

A senior state or legal official, or the head of a university.

a tropical flowering shrub with bright yellow flowers; also known as lucky nut

A school or college for training priests, ministers, or rabbis.

able to be used up completely; not infinite

a harsh scolding or strong rebuke

a female ruler of a country or the wife of a king

a twist, coil, or a complex and intricate shape or arrangement

Relating to or characterized by luxury and sensual pleasure; sexually attractive.

Detailed examination and evaluation of data or information to understand its components and relationships.

The rapid development of industry that occurred in Britain in the late 18th and 19th centuries, brought about by the introduction of machinery and characterized by the use of steam power and the growth of factories.

To chop or cut something, especially wood or stone, with a tool.

to obstruct; to prevent passage or progress

a place where dead people are buried

A descriptive phrase or word used to characterize someone or something, often as a nickname.

Deviation from moral or usual conduct; indirectness or lack of straightforwardness.

in the same way; also; similarly

A small military camp or position at some distance from the main force, used especially as a guard.

a student in their second year of study at a university or high school

to conclude or deduce something from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements

to show or feel great joy, often as a result of success

extremely clean and neat; immaculate

A cause, explanation, or justification for an action or event; to think or argue logically.

In accordance with the highest standards; faultless.

in a confident and brave way; without fear

Relating to or occurring in winter.

the theory of biological evolution developed by Charles Darwin, emphasizing natural selection

a recording of moving visual images made digitally or on film

physical suffering or discomfort; mental or emotional distress

To plan and direct the route or course of a ship, aircraft, or other form of transport.

a female ancestor; a woman from whom one is descended

a structure built by birds to lay eggs and shelter their young

A thick, sweet syrup; excessively sentimental speech or writing.

the study of facial features to judge character or personality

Serving as a crucial means, agent, or tool; having a part in bringing about a result.

Having no equal; unrivaled or matchless.

to keep possession of something

A person employed in an office or bank to keep records, accounts, and undertake other routine administrative duties.

An object kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event.

A plan or suggestion, especially a formal or written one, put forward for consideration or discussion by others.

once every year; yearly

The quality or fact of being greater in number, quantity, or importance.

tight-fitting stretch pants, typically worn by women for exercise or casual wear

a peculiar behavioral habit; an unexpected turn or twist

relating to the Soviet Union or its government

not literal; using figures of speech or symbolic representation

To completely remove or get rid of something.

The act, state, or right of possessing something; legal title to something.

A carved stone figure, often of a grotesque creature, on a building, typically used as a spout to carry water away.

a metal made by combining copper and tin, often used for statues and medals

to give something to someone in exchange for money

To provide or endow with a quality or ability.

a flying insect with a yellow and black striped body and a painful sting

The process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state.

Of or relating to a galaxy or galaxies.

To make a public and typically formal declaration about a fact, occurrence, or intention.

A decisive defeat; to defeat completely.

green leafy vegetable from the mustard plant; edible leaves used in cooking

To criticize harshly or abuse verbally.

to happen or occur, usually of something that befalls someone

to move unsteadily from side to side; to shake or tremble slightly

the process of changing from solid to liquid due to heat; becoming softer or less rigid; emotionally moving or tender

To replace or take the place of something because it is more modern or effective.

Chemical compounds produced by plants that are beneficial to human health but not essential nutrients.

to urge or command someone solemnly, often under oath or a strong sense of duty

a situation that is strange or amusing because it is the opposite of what is expected; the use of words to convey the opposite meaning

something that deviates from the norm or expected result

to smile in a self-satisfied, smug, or silly way

to gradually destroy or wear away metal or other materials through chemical action

the cultivation and management of trees and shrubs

extremely distressing or upsetting

to ask for or try to obtain something from someone

a loud, sharp cry of pain, surprise, or delight; to shout loudly

A person who seeks to convert others to the Christian faith, especially by public preaching.

a person living in solitude as a religious discipline; someone who withdraws from society

a narrative of real or imaginary events

hard outer covering of an animal; explosive projectile for a gun

providing amusement or enjoyment; funny and engaging

something that belongs to someone; the state of having or owning something

The amount of agricultural produce harvested per unit of land area.

to become solid due to cold; to preserve by cold

relating to geography; connected with the physical features, location, or characteristics of the Earth or a particular area

very noticeable or impressive in appearance or effect

Shockingly bad or excessive; very unusual or amusing.

to stop someone from speaking or doing something by suddenly saying or doing something

A hospital or place where the sick or injured are cared for.

the place to which someone or something is going; the ultimate purpose or end point

to cause someone to feel awkward, self-conscious, or ashamed

acceptable; meeting requirements; adequate

the state of great comfort and extravagant living; an inessential, desirable item that is expensive or difficult to obtain

in a way that lasts or remains unchanged for a long time or forever

Relating to or involving evaluation or assessment.

relating to the way a person or animal acts

excessive pride or self-confidence

a person who believes in or promotes the absence of government or authority

to sing or hum in a soft, low, and gentle voice

To speak ambiguously or avoid giving a clear answer.

at an earlier time or before now

a freshwater fish species known for its delicate flavor and often found in cold, clear waters

A small, flat piece of stiff paper or thin cardboard used for various purposes, such as identification, greetings, or playing games.

Not exactly known, defined, or established; vague or uncertain.

having unlimited power; omnipotent