a quick, sharp, sudden movement; an abrupt pull or twist; a foolish person

A large corporation formed by the merging of separate and diverse firms.

Showing inventiveness and skill; clever, original, and inventive.

relating to the mind or supernatural powers; a person claiming to have extrasensory abilities

a kidney-shaped nut with a creamy texture and mild flavor

a native or inhabitant of Mexico; relating to Mexico or its people, culture, or language

Extreme or irrational fear of water; historically, another name for rabies.

one of the light structures that cover a bird's body

occurring or continuing after death; published after the author's death

A chemical process that breaks down compounds by adding water, splitting complex molecules into simpler forms.

legal; legitimate; valid; just

A temporary departure from the main subject in speech or writing.

Occurring once every three years.

to speak in a low or barely audible voice, often in dissatisfaction or irritation

Attractively lively and animated.

To block or close up an opening or passage.

To make fruitful or productive; to bear fruit.

To stick out or extend beyond a surface.

to come into existence; to begin; to create or produce

showing concern or care for someone's health, happiness, or comfort

to make or become dark; to reduce brightness or light

A newspaper article expressing the opinion of the editor or publisher.

a flavored water made by steeping rose petals in water, used in cooking and cosmetics

Coverings for all or part of the face, worn as a disguise, for protection, or for medical reasons.

The process of supplying or treating with oxygen.

A song, poem, or speech of mourning for someone who has died; a lament.

to a high degree; extremely; greatly

the organ in the body where food is digested; the belly or abdomen

to defeat or gain an advantage over someone by being more clever or cunning

the act of washing oneself, often for religious purposes

Deceit used to achieve one's goal; a trick or excuse to evade something.

unstable, impulsive, or easily distracted; lacking seriousness or stability

inability to bend or be forced out of shape; unwillingness to change or compromise

a structured collection of data stored and accessed electronically

a channel or pipe for conveying water, electricity, or information

a tactic of delaying legislative action by prolonged speech; to use such a tactic

The contraction of two adjacent vowels into a single syllable or the separation of liquid from a gel.

to determine or decree something in advance; to predestine

expressing opinions or feelings freely and loudly; relating to the voice

used to specify a noun as something already mentioned or known

Very famous or popular, especially being considered to represent particular opinions or a particular time.

Expressing contempt or ridicule.

A British law passed in 1863 to regulate the emission of hydrochloric acid gas from alkali works, representing one of the first pieces of environmental legislation.

having or showing a dislike or fear of people from other countries

Worrying or disturbing; causing concern or fear.

a person or device that controls or maintains the operation of a system

showy, strikingly bold or colorful; confident and lively

The state of being triple or consisting of three parts.

Rough or stern in manner, speech, or voice.

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

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

a popular fish species found in South Asian rivers, especially prized in Bengali cuisine

the rear surface of the human body from the shoulders to the hips; the spine

a sudden upsetting or surprising event or experience

a person who does not live in a particular country or place permanently

A position of power, influence, or control over others.

in a way that shows courage and determination

the whole quantity or extent of something; every one of something

Existing or occurring inside a particular country; not foreign or international.

a label attached to something for identification or information; or to attach such a label

to face someone or something directly, especially in a challenge or conflict

The process of becoming obsolete or outdated and no longer used.

The use of new words or the study of their origin.

friendly and pleasant; good-natured; kind

the state of being unemployed; lack of paid work

The chemical element of atomic number 6, occurring as diamond, graphite, and charcoal.

more desirable or suitable; better than something else

Disobedient or mischievous, often in a playful or mildly bad way.

a type of fungus that can be eaten, often used in cooking

to cause someone to lose determination or confidence; to discourage

Tending to cause delay; slow to act.

extremely generous; giving freely and abundantly

any object, event, or matter; whatever thing

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 long, narrow ditch; a deep furrow in the ground, especially one used for military defense

to restrain or restrict someone’s freedom

gladly, willingly, or with pleasure

a group of people gathered together for a common purpose or the act of putting parts together to form something

Casual lack of concern; indifference.

to bring a lawsuit against someone in a court of law

to marry someone; to enter into a marriage

without interruption; in an unbroken sequence

a small metal spike with a broadened flat head; part of finger or toe

a place where dead people are buried

to preserve or cherish something as sacred or important

A person regarded as the supreme opponent of Christ, often seen as a figure of ultimate evil.

a floating flower that grows on the surface of ponds and lakes

used to emphasize or confirm a statement

a shaped mass of bread baked as a unit

in a way that relates to or involves sexual activity or feelings

Caused a process or action to begin; started something.

expressing praise or admiration; given or supplied free of charge as a courtesy

The discharge of lava, ash, and gases from a volcano.

Referring to sexual matters in a humorous or vulgar way.

corresponding in size, degree, or extent; proportionate

A decorative strip or design, often used on walls, ceilings, or furniture.

to press down tightly by packing

a traditional garment worn around the waist in South Asia

A Protestant theological system based on John Calvin’s teachings, emphasizing predestination and the sovereignty of God.

Troubled or afflicted persistently by problems or difficulties.

the state of being strikingly different from something else; comparison showing differences

an amount of money added to wages on a seasonal basis, especially as a reward for good performance

To reduce the force, effect, or value of something; to make weak or thin.

To travel or wander from place to place.

occurring in irregular bursts; not continuous or steady

A change of the form or nature of a thing or person into a completely different one, by natural or supernatural means.

having no one else present; on one's own

the last day of the world's existence; a time of catastrophic destruction

Lawful protection of oneself from harm or attack.

Occurring over or involving a relatively short period of time.

A sum of money that is owed or due.

used to express confusion, surprise, or that you did not hear something

spun thread used for knitting, weaving, or sewing; a long or rambling story

a unit of measurement for liquid capacity, equal to 4 quarts or approximately 3.8 liters

Cloudy, opaque, or thick with suspended matter; confused or obscure in meaning.

having a mutual relationship; corresponding

Relating to the reign of Queen Elizabeth I of England (1558–1603), especially the style of that period.

A word that is pronounced the same as another word but differs in meaning, and often spelling.

having high moral standards; righteous; morally excellent

A feeling of disappointment resulting from the discovery that something is not as good as one believed it to be.

a large box or chest, typically used for storage or travel