to make changes to improve or correct something

compliance with an order, request, or law; submission to authority

a person's will; or strong evidence of something

every hour; happening or done each hour; continuously

An organization founded and united for a specific purpose; an established law, practice, or custom.

likely to arouse resentment, envy, or anger in others

covered with soap; having the characteristics of soap; foamy

To support or strengthen; to prop up.

a flowering shrub with brightly colored blooms, often grown ornamentally

an organ in the body that produces lymphocytes and filters blood; also refers to bad temper or spite

foolish; lacking good sense or judgement

relating to or denoting a case of nouns and pronouns indicating possession

The moderation of climate conditions through natural or artificial processes.

Increasing quantity, power or performance.

having access to secret or private knowledge

Open and honest; without deception or trickery.

having a small length, height, or duration; not long

the base or root of something; the number on which a system of numeration is built

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

To agree to something, especially after careful consideration; an expression of approval.

Occurring or situated between stars.

to gather together in a group; to assemble

the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; the highest or most intense point in a process

activities related to the governance of a country or area, especially the debate between parties having power

Sounding together or in harmony.

to cry or complain in a weak or annoying way

to deprive someone of a loved one through death

to or at a distance; not present; absent

To pursue in order to catch or overtake; to follow rapidly or eagerly

containing or involving a lot of alcohol; slightly drunk from alcohol

goods carried by a ship, plane, or other transport

to completely surround or cover something or someone

food that is prepared and eaten at a specific time

Without sexual feelings, associations, or reproduction through sex.

the quality of being wastefully extravagant

to walk through water or another substance that impedes movement

A person who inspires or influences others, especially in a particular field.

The inability to feel pain while still conscious.

To correspond or agree in sound, especially by vowel sounds; to rhyme approximately.

a rule requiring people to stay indoors after a certain time, usually at night

used to show that someone or something is part of a larger group

The process of finding peaceful solutions to disputes or disagreements between parties.

A substance that promotes the production of urine.

A note of reference, explanation, or comment placed at the bottom of a page.

To look at something carefully or quickly; to digitally copy or capture an image or document.

to disturb the smoothness of something; to annoy or upset someone

Not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects.

Famous or well-known for something bad or undesirable

abbreviation for 'personal computer', a machine for performing digital operations

To fill with intense delight; to captivate or enchant.

fresh unprocessed root of the turmeric plant used as a spice and medicine

A situation in which no progress can be made or no party can win.

Most conducive to a favorable outcome; best.

A live performance by a musician, band, or entertainer; also a temporary job.

To catch fire or cause to catch fire; to start or arouse.

Invigorating, refreshing, or providing strength and energy.

to cut with a sharp tool; to cut into pieces

a large reptile with a long mouth and sharp teeth that lives in rivers and lakes in hot countries

to severely damage or mutilate something, often by tearing or crushing

obsolete; no longer current

a very young child, especially one newly or recently born

to make something steady, secure, or unlikely to change suddenly

showing a reckless lack of care or attention

to speak about something in a mocking or dismissive way

Logical and consistent; forming a unified whole; clear and easy to understand.

a surface film or sheen on metal, stone, or wood due to age or use; also, a superficial appearance

a small ornamental statue or model of a human or animal

a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth.

the activity of chasing and killing wild animals

to treat someone cruelly or unfairly, especially because of their religion, race, or beliefs

never to be broken, dishonored, or violated

relentlessly severe, stern, or gloomy in manner or appearance

feeling strained or stressed due to being overworked or constantly bothered

a man who gives too much attention to his appearance and clothes

feeling anxious or worried; relating to the nerves; easily agitated

before now; by this time; previously

often forgetting things or not paying attention

a statement that explains the meaning of a word or concept

The legislative body of a country or state; the branch of government that makes laws.

to officially recognize, authorize, or approve someone or something

the process of assessing or evaluating something, often by trying it out

A series of shots fired or missiles thrown all at the same time or in quick succession.

very informal language that is usually spoken rather than written

lacking skill or ability; clumsy or incompetent

Buses powered by hydrogen fuel cells that produce only water vapor as emission.

existing from birth, usually describing a disease or condition

A group of five people or things, especially musicians.

the height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level

a dark area where light is blocked by something; a person's silhouette

The quality of being natural and simple without deceit or pretension.

Scruffy and neglected in appearance; musty or stale in smell.

A person who advocates or promotes war or conflict.

to shock or excite someone into taking action; to coat iron or steel with a protective layer of zinc

to a great extent; mostly or mainly

a task or piece of work given to someone as part of their duties

a wide-mouthed container made of glass or pottery; to have a harsh or unpleasant effect

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 take food, drink, or another substance into the body, usually by swallowing.

The state of being responsible for something, especially by law; a debt or financial obligation.

to obtain or acquire something; to increase or improve

An object or feature of a landscape or town that is easily seen and recognized from a distance; an important stage or turning point.

to wander aimlessly or follow a winding course

the official proving of a will in a court of law

male goose

An official pardon granted to people who have been convicted of political offenses.

the study of language in written historical sources; linguistics

Reduction of the general level of prices in an economy.

a person who sells goods, often traveling from place to place

A ruler, master, or person of great power and authority over others.

physically or verbally assaulted someone or something; launched an aggressive action against a target

without human control or intervention; done by itself

the quality of being morally right or justifiable

a precious or semi-precious stone, especially when cut and polished or engraved; something prized for its beauty or worth

To feel or express great loathing or hatred for something.

a substance used for killing insects; a chemical pesticide that targets insects

to print and distribute books, magazines, etc.; to make information available

to wave or swing something about wildly; to thrash about

Protected by being placed over or wrapped; hidden from view.

A formal conversation or dialogue, often on serious or academic topics.

moving in gentle undulations; moving forward by turning over and over

Having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.