A side effect or consequence of an industrial or commercial activity.

The movement of people or goods from one place to another.

Signals or hints from conversation or environment that help understanding

old and valuable; belonging to ancient times

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.

a mammal with webbed feet that lives near water and feeds on fish

to bring a lawsuit against someone in a court of law

to prevent by acting in advance; to anticipate and counter

an open area in front of a large building, especially a petrol station or hotel

A strong, coarse cloth used for tents, sails, or painting.

a state of dissatisfaction and disturbance; social or political disorder

side by side and facing the same direction; informed about something

Selecting or deriving ideas, styles, or tastes from a broad and diverse range of sources.

A relatively mild mental illness that is not caused by organic disease, involving symptoms of stress.

The removal or loosening of restrictions on something, typically an economic or political system.

a fixed method for doing something; a mathematical or chemical rule expressed in symbols

not intimidated or discouraged by difficulty, danger, or disappointment

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

excessively sentimental, often to the point of being sickly

To dig up from the ground or to discover something hidden.

the state of being extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially due to poverty or neglect

a soluble base substance, typically with a pH greater than 7, that neutralizes acids

a type of water bird that dives underwater to catch fish

Beyond what is normal or natural; extraordinary or supernatural.

The text of an opera or other long vocal work.

a lack of balance or symmetry; an inequality

Arousing curiosity or attention; holding one’s interest.

The quality of being innocent, simple, and lacking experience or sophistication.

A bundle of fibers in the body that transmits signals between the brain and other parts; also courage or audacity.

Capable of being adapted or consistent with something; compliant.

A court of justice or judicial body that settles disputes or tries offenses.

Important topics or problems for debate or discussion.

a new outbreak or revival of something that had subsided, especially an undesirable condition

Expressing great sorrow or distress.

relating to appeals in a court of law

A vast, flat, treeless Arctic region where the subsoil is permanently frozen.

relating to the present or recent times, not ancient or old-fashioned

bad-tempered and sullen; moody

tacky, overly sentimental, or cheap in quality

relating to or affecting the people as a whole

an idea, feeling, or opinion about something or someone

to be unable to find something; to fail to win; to misplace

not connected with or relevant to something; having no bearing on the matter

The act of distorting or corrupting the original meaning, purpose, or state of something.

to make someone agitated or confused

The practice of securing information through encryption or coding techniques

able to be understood or grasped; comprehensible

armed conflict between different countries or groups; the activity of fighting a war

reserved, modest, and shy

In a way that is based on or derived from experiment and observation rather than theory.

to restrict someone or something within certain limits; to keep someone in a closed space

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

The science and technology of metals, including their extraction from ores and their processing.

Sexually offensive, obscene, or vulgar.

used to indicate obligation or duty

severe physical or mental suffering; extreme pain or anguish

an act of moving something in a circular direction; a change of direction; an opportunity to do something

A place or state of perfect happiness; in Greek mythology, the afterlife paradise.

A range of different things, often related to colors, ideas, or classifications.

Sharp insight, keen understanding and discernment.

restraining freedom or preventing self-expression; oppressive

something that grows out of something else; a natural development or result

a verb tense expressing an action completed before another past action

Lively and noisy festivities, especially involving drinking and dancing.

an enthusiastic show of approval, especially by clapping hands

given or done in return; mutual; shared equally by both parties;

to make someone feel sad, depressed, or dispirited

A place where a dead body is buried.

a person or machine that cuts and gathers crops

performed by one person alone; a single performance

tending to become liquid by absorbing moisture from the air

the biological distinction between male and female; sexual activity

whole; complete; not separated or split

a thin mattress or pad placed over a bed for additional comfort

to shred food into small pieces using a grater; to irritate or annoy

A person who performs tricks and illusions for entertainment or one believed to have magical powers.

relating to cattle; showing a dull or sluggish nature

A mutually beneficial relationship between different people or groups.

to promise or pledge marriage; to formally engage

A state of dynamic equilibrium within a community of organisms.

An infection of the intestines resulting in severe diarrhea with blood and mucus.

having a husband or wife

The act of animals eating grass in a field; also lightly touching or scraping against something.

A period of time equal to 60 minutes.

to feel an urge to scratch; to have a restless desire

The point or support on which a lever pivots; a central or essential point of activity or support.

a small oval fruit with a hard pit, typically green or black, used for eating or making oil

a person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, especially by donating money to good causes

Serving as a sign or expression of something; in grammar, a mood used to make factual statements.

without preparation; spontaneously; improvised

a fish that can move on land using its fins and breathe air for extended periods

The fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.

the receding tide; a gradual decline or reduction

a device or plan that is cleverly or artificially created

A gradual reduction and eventual elimination of something.

to waste time by being slow or idle

a series of events that repeat in the same order; or to ride a bicycle

An amount that is more than what is needed.

the state of being extremely poor; lack of basic necessities

An infectious disease that affects cattle and other animals, often fatal.

alcoholic drink, especially strong liquor; to drink alcohol, often excessively

The quality of always behaving or performing in a similar way; uniformity.

very careful in choosing; selective

closely and neatly packed together; small and efficiently designed

a feeling or expression of great happiness and triumph

Impossible to overcome or surpass.

a very tall African animal with a long neck and long legs

The tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend or relapse into criminal behavior.

covered with moss; having moss growing on it

a small simple house, typically in the countryside

A strong and harmful need to regularly have or do something, such as drugs, alcohol, or habits.

having a pleasant appearance and manner; attractive and friendly

A person or thing of enormous size, importance, or ability.

ordinary or unremarkable; something that is usual or commonly found

habitually or typically occurring or done

The practice of favoring friends or associates, especially in political appointments or business deals.

arranged in order of rank or authority

The state of being scarce or in short supply; shortage.

a dense forest in a tropical climate; a place of bewildering complexity or ruthless struggle

to turn into glass or a glass-like substance by heat

The hard fibrous material that forms the main substance of the trunk or branches of a tree or shrub.