Excessively flattering or idealized, often in a biography or portrayal of someone.

a follower and student of a teacher, leader, or philosopher; devoted follower

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.

A network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.

in a private manner; without others present; confidentially

necessary or compulsory

A disease in which abnormal cells divide uncontrollably and destroy body tissue.

to say or show the opposite of something that has been said or believed

to scrape or wear away the surface by friction or erosion

of great importance or significance; having far-reaching consequences

a white dairy product made by coagulating milk; yogurt

concern and distress caused by something unexpected; consternation or alarm

Splendid and expensive-looking; luxurious.

A person or thing that comes before another; a predecessor or harbinger.

An improvement or upward trend in a situation, especially in business or economy.

an ancient horse-drawn vehicle used in warfare and racing

An expert in a particular subject or field who is frequently called upon to give opinions to the public.

Not quite right; inappropriate or out of place.

Impossible to pass through or enter; impossible to understand.

a rule, instruction, or principle that provides direction

Existing, living, or located under water.

denoting more than one person or thing

The state of being frequently subject to changes in mood, especially irritability or sadness.

fabric made from natural fibers produced by silkworms

In spite of; despite

calm and sensible; showing good judgment.

extremely poor; poverty-stricken; miserly

the quality of being cheerful, enthusiastic, and full of energy

showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect

opposite in order, nature, or effect; reversed

a noisy fight in a public place

A collection or mixture of various things.

Make an action or process easier or more achievable; to help bring about.

relating to or near a coast or shoreline

to move around an area to watch or guard it

unwillingness to accept or endure beliefs, behaviors, or conditions different from one's own

for a particular purpose; especially; specifically

an act of travelling from one place to another; a long and often difficult process of personal development

A group of people with a shared characteristic, usually of the same age or with a common experience.

probably; having a high probability of happening or being true

to damage someone's reputation; to make dirty or stained

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

a person who drives or takes care of mules

Having tiny holes that allow liquid or air to pass through.

a respectful or formal form of address used for a man, typically one of higher social status or authority

complete; absolute; transparent; very steep

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

A main division of a long poem, especially in epic poetry.

the state of being unwilling or unable to believe something

acceptable or valid, especially as evidence in a court of law

to do physical activity; to use or practice

A subtle difference in shade of meaning, appearance, or sound.

a dry chemical leavening agent used to increase volume and lighten texture in baked goods

the ability to see something; a particular way of considering or regarding something; an opinion

a formal test of knowledge or ability

A direct confrontation or fight between opposing forces.

Voluntarily leave a job or other position.

Courage, resourcefulness, or initiative.

in a safe manner; without danger or risk

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

To shock or horrify someone with something unpleasant or bad.

in a thick manner; densely; heavily

Easily irritated, especially by unimportant things.

a cunning act intended to deceive; a skillful action performed for entertainment

a person who helps or supports another, often in a job

farm animals such as cattle, sheep, and pigs that are kept for use or profit

a large bird with beautiful colorful tail feathers that can spread out like a fan

A person who sells small items aggressively, often in a showy or dishonest way.

to gather people, especially soldiers; to summon courage or strength

to make something new again or extend its period of validity

The highest point or peak of something; the top or summit.

a false or unfounded story or rumor

a person who roams around in search of things to steal or people to attack

To remove offensive or objectionable parts from a text or speech.

A contemptible or cowardly person.

An extinct large elephant-like animal with long curved tusks; also means something huge.

Not reformed or showing no signs of change; stubbornly refusing to reform or repent.

fish preserved with salt; dried and salted fish for storage

In every place that; anywhere that; no matter where

feeling or showing extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

a confused mixture; a jumbled assortment of things

The state of having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.

to move away from the correct path or go off course; a person or animal that has wandered off; something that is not where it belongs

the quality of being reserved or unwilling to speak freely

to obtain, receive, or acquire something

An area of knowledge, activity, or territory over which control is exercised.

An unrestrained outpouring of words, feelings, or emotions.

a device used to connect or block an opening

a hereditary name common to all members of a family; family name

the final part of something; termination or conclusion

Not securely held or in position; dependent on chance; uncertain.

the small, precise, or trivial details of something

A pirate or plunderer who roams freely in search of wealth.

a person who eats in a hearty or robust manner; a big eater

a substance that softens or soothes the skin

to walk with short steps and a clumsy swaying motion, like a duck

Extremely severe or harmful in its effects.

An excessive or overflowing amount of something.

To repeatedly ask or annoy someone with demands or questions.

a person who temporarily transfers possession of goods or property to another under a bailment agreement

To move back or further away from a previous position.

Moving or tending to move away from a center.

having a strong spiritual or mysterious quality

a peculiar behavioral habit; an unexpected turn or twist

a person who makes and repairs wooden objects and structures

to regard with great respect; revere

a room or place where young children are cared for

an enemy or opponent

To include comprehensively; to surround or encircle.

higher in rank, quality, or importance; better than average

having tender feelings; being emotional about memories or experiences

To openly disregard or show contempt for a rule or law.

Relating to electricity produced by chemical action; sudden and dramatic.

A small soluble case of gelatin containing a dose of medicine, swallowed whole.

The process of recycling organic waste into fertile fertilizer.

An excessive supply of something; more than is needed.

physical or mental weakness; a disease or ailment; frailty

to supply with fewer workers or personnel than needed

beginning to do or experience something

A person who supports or advocates prohibition, especially of alcohol.

the act of secretly allowing or being involved in wrongdoing