A circular movement of water, air, or smoke, counter to the main current, causing a small whirlpool or turbulence.

to point out; to show or suggest; to be a sign of

A type of entertainment popular in the early 20th century, featuring a mixture of comedy, song, dance, and variety acts.

being of an age between young and old; typically between 40-60 years old

The process of purifying a liquid by heating and cooling; the extraction of the essential meaning.

The branch of technology that deals with dimensions and tolerances of less than 100 nanometers.

playful or fanciful behavior or humor

The emission of ionizing radiation or particles caused by the spontaneous disintegration of atomic nuclei.

sterile; unable to produce; desolate; unproductive

to mention or allude to something; to direct someone to a source of information

cowardly; lacking courage

a state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy

a crown or crown-like structure; also refers to the outer atmosphere of the sun

excessively increased in size, value, or importance; filled with air or gas

a person regarded as a source of wise counsel; in ancient times, a priest or priestess acting as a medium

a person who owns property and rents it to tenants

a person who supports jingoism; an extreme nationalist with aggressive foreign policies

A close, private, or special relationship; in law, the direct connection between parties to a contract.

a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters

moderately cold; calm and composed; fashionable or impressive

designed to prevent something from happening; protective against disease

to dispute or argue against; to contradict

Small aromatic seeds used as a spice and for medicinal purposes, with a sweet licorice-like flavor

Relating to or characteristic of a region.

a wide, flat-bottomed cooking utensil used for frying, searing, and browning foods

Contemptuous ridicule or mockery.

To cause or initiate something to happen

In existence; present; current.

a large number of things occurring in quick succession

a state of rest, sleep, or tranquility; to rest or lie in a peaceful position

A Roman festival of Bacchus celebrated with dancing, drinking, and revelry; any occasion of wild and drunken revelry.

(adjective) providing supplementary or additional help and support; (noun) a person or thing that provides auxiliary support

Justice in terms of the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society.

inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from the lungs

a person who lives near or next to another person

The state of existing in reality rather than in appearance or imagination.

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

The plants and animals of a particular region, habitat, or geological period.

to connect or link things together; to spend time with someone

Appropriate to the situation; relevant. As an adverb, it means 'with reference to' or 'regarding'.

A tough band of tissue that connects bones at a joint.

An unbroken view of the whole region surrounding an observer.

a person who receives or subscribes to a service, magazine, or service

female chicken

Dull, uninspired, or old-fashioned; also heavy and hard to digest when referring to food.

to confuse or surprise someone, often by acting against their expectations

to forbid something by law or authority

Able to be seen, noticed, or detected.

A person who tests or inspects knowledge, skills, or qualifications

the quality of being free from pretense or deceit; honesty

to check if something is true or correct; to confirm

causing death; leading to disaster

a device or person that changes something from one form, system, or use to another; a tool that converts data, energy, or materials

of very poor quality; bad or unpleasant

Anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen.

to drive, force, or urge someone to do something

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

a strong vertical support or mainstay of a structure or system

a complex, ornate design featuring intertwined flowing lines, often used in architecture or ballet poses

to make dirty or polluted; to disgrace or corrupt

excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements; the quality of being worthless or pointless

to clear an area of trees, usually on a large scale

a mythical creature that sucks blood from the living; metaphorically, a person who exploits others

The manner or style in which something is given, offered, or displayed.

The matter from which a thing is or can be made; fabric or cloth

uncomfortably small or restricted

to make someone feel intimidated, discouraged, or less confident

a blessing, especially a ceremonial one; an expression of good wishes

to mix things together smoothly; to combine harmoniously

a drooping, often tasseled cluster of small flowers found on willow and birch trees

moral corruption; wickedness

a category in biological classification ranking above species and below family

A sign, omen, or divine token; also refers to protection or support.

Coming to a halt or pause.

The trapping of the sun's warmth in a planet's lower atmosphere due to the greater transparency of the atmosphere to visible radiation from the sun than to infrared radiation emitted from the planet's surface.

The way in which one acts or conducts oneself, especially toward others.

a person who helps or assists another, especially in a religious or official capacity

not fitting or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation

An organized group of people, often involved in crime or violence.

a large building divided into separate apartments, often in poor condition

the action of seducing someone; temptation to do something wrong

to cause or inflict something, especially damage or harm

To send money in payment or as a gift; to cancel or refrain from exacting a debt or punishment.

a reddish-brown dye made from the powdered leaves of a tropical shrub, used to color hair and decorate skin

smelling stale, damp, or stuffy; old-fashioned

not disturbed or affected; firm and steady; unwavering

the direction that is between south and east; a region in that direction

a tunnel or drain that carries water under a road or railway

To destroy completely; to put an end to something undesirable.

Clearly seen or understood; obvious.

to tell someone about something; to give information

a person who uses violence or threats to intimidate or coerce, especially for political purposes

The wealth and resources of a country or region.

a person who succeeds another in office; someone who takes over a position or role

Having the ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.

to bind legally or morally; to compel someone to do something

A feeling of intense joy, delight, or ecstasy.

to interrupt or cause someone to stop what they are doing

lacking flavor; showing poor judgment in style

a printed sheet of paper containing information or advertising and usually distributed free

solid, firm, or difficult to do or endure

to have life; to reside in a particular place; to exist

not influenced by personal interest; impartial or neutral

Happening by accident or chance rather than design; lucky or fortunate.

extremely dry, especially because of heat or thirst

to grow or produce again; to renew or restore

a person of no importance or influence; something that does not exist

a display of great skill and brilliance, especially in music or performance

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

To make something more humane, kind, or relatable.

the flesh of a pig used as food

a member of an armed gang of robbers; a bandit, especially in India and Myanmar

The state of being united or joined as a whole.

An unusual and exciting experience or activity that is typically bold and sometimes risky.

to act dishonestly; to break rules for advantage

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

To provide with a quality, ability, or gift; to donate funds for a purpose.

To divide into three parts.

done without planning; natural and unforced

A person who leads or commands a group, organization, or country.

A person who has an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves.