The sound of a bell, especially when rung solemnly for a death or funeral; a signal of the end or failure of something.

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

A system of self-sufficiency where a state or community is economically independent.

A person or thing that leads or indicates a trend.

extremely distressing or upsetting

an attempt to make something that is not the case appear true

a word that describes or modifies a noun by giving more information about its quality, quantity, or state

Out of control with anger or excitement; wild or frenzied.

having a color between black and white

Susceptible to flooding; likely to experience floods frequently.

The quality of land being suitable for growing crops.

having the same boundaries or extent in space, time, or meaning

used to say goodbye; a short and informal farewell

a person who tends to be hopeful and confident about the future; someone who sees the good side of things

the reason for which something is done or created

lacking skill or ability; clumsy or incompetent

To pass power, responsibility, or duties to another person or group.

a large body of salt water that covers most of the earth's surface

Sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy.

an arrangement to meet someone at a particular time and place; the action of appointing someone to a job or position

disagreeing or clashing; harsh and jarring in sound

a religious discourse delivered as part of a church service; a tedious moralizing lecture

a person who does not believe in something, especially a religion or idea

not in good physical condition; unsuitable or inappropriate

Related to the five human senses (sight, hearing, taste, touch, smell).

Extend the application of (a method or conclusion) to an unknown situation by assuming that existing trends will continue.

the events that will necessarily happen to someone in the future; fate or predetermined course

As a noun: a small natural stream; As a verb: to tolerate or endure something

to change the color of something using a chemical substance

to risk money on the outcome of something; to be confident

Conformity to facts; accuracy and truthfulness.

To claim or take something without justification.

a large animal with one or two humps on its back that lives in hot dry places

a tool or exercise used for making holes or practicing skills

A small thin or twisted bunch, piece, or amount of something.

Easily broken or damaged; requiring careful handling.

delicious or highly enjoyable

to arrange or organize into categories or groups

Existing in something as a natural, permanent, or essential quality.

real and existing, not just imagined or supposed

to make something poorer in quality by adding another substance, usually of lower quality

to cut or tear the limbs from a body; to divide into separate parts

bad or improper behavior

to cause difficulties, troubles, or harassment; to surround with military forces

a skin disease in animals caused by parasitic mites, leading to hair loss and sores

lawful; valid; genuine; reasonable

not clearly defined; uncertain; vague; unlimited in time

An optical instrument used for viewing very small objects, such as cells, by magnifying them.

to criticize angrily; to rebuke

joyful; playful; merry; cheerful

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

a person who carries out a formal inquiry or investigation

Extremely tired; having no energy left.

To murder someone important, often a political or religious leader, usually by surprise attack.

to lead or initiate an action, project, or movement

Using lofty, pompous, or extravagant language to impress others.

The art or technique of laying parquet floors.

the study of the sound system of a language

Annoyance, boldness, or to irritate.

serving to make a fault or an offense seem less serious

An extremely confused, complicated, or embarrassing situation.

Deep understanding and wisdom gained through careful analysis for planning purposes.

a freshwater fish with whisker-like barbels around the mouth, commonly found in ponds and rivers

a train that carries emergency supplies and aid to disaster-affected areas

a person who gives money or other help to support a person or cause; a patron

Communication using body language, facial expressions, or gestures instead of words

A person or company that makes alcoholic drinks or purified liquids by distillation.

Lack of variety and interest; tedious repetition and routine.

soft and limp; lacking firmness; drooping

hardly; barely; only just

A significant change in environmental conditions or ecological systems.

The reluctant acceptance of something without protest.

A polygon with eight sides and eight angles.

a person who operates machine tools or makes and repairs machines

deserted; lonely; barren

a sheet of information in the form of a table, graph, or diagram

The process of gradually recovering from illness or fatigue

disdainful pride; arrogance

To draw out a response, answer, or reaction from someone.

the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another; conflict or tension between people or groups

A long journey or wandering, especially on foot.

no longer fresh; lacking originality or novelty

Having good understanding or insight; able to perceive things clearly.

having a strong, unpleasant smell

The action of bringing someone or something under domination or control, especially by force.

lack of knowledge or information; the state of being uninformed about something

to overpower someone emotionally or physically; to be too much to handle

A mischievous or cheeky person; a rascal.

a fragrant white flower that blooms at night and releases strong sweet scent

a verbal or written remark expressing an opinion or reaction

a reason, explanation, or excuse that shows something is right or reasonable

A type of coarse woolen cloth, often green, used for covering tables such as billiard tables.

relating to beauty or appearance; intended to improve looks

favoring or implementing new and modern ideas or policies; moving forward or improving

to move rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps

a small, inflamed elevation of the skin; a spot on the skin, especially on the face

to officially remove a lawyer from the legal profession

The quality of being reckless, cruel, or deliberately malicious.

a dark brown color like chocolate; the color of cocoa

making no sound; quiet; not speaking

A decorative drapery hung across the top of a window or bed.

extremely unpleasant and causing disgust; detestable

easily perceived or understood; clear and apparent to the mind

The state of being in someone's power or under strong influence; slavery or bondage.

a noticeably rapid, strong, or irregular heartbeat due to agitation or medical condition

to cause someone to be confused or puzzled

To burn or scorch something so that it becomes blackened.

to dispute the truth, validity, or honesty of a statement or motive

a strong feeling of dislike and lack of respect towards someone or something

a spice made from dried peppercorns with the outer husk removed

a sport played with sticks and a ball or puck on ice or a field

to think deeply and carefully about something; to consider thoughtfully

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.

to send out something such as light, heat, sound, or gas

about to happen soon; willing to share information

The application of operations, practices, and treatments to protect soil and enhance its performance.

indicating the person or thing that is accompanying or involved with someone or something else

Famous or well-known for something bad or undesirable

Long, thin, and weak-looking

Oppressively constant; incessant; showing no abatement of severity, intensity, strength, or pace.

promotion or advancement in rank, position, or office