to be in a horizontal position; to tell an untruth

a bright blue color like that of a clear sky

Not enough; inadequate.

a person who deliberately delays or prevents progress by being uncooperative or oppositional

a group of ordinary people who are trained to act as soldiers in emergencies

A technique to aid memory; a device such as a pattern of letters, ideas, or associations

To destroy utterly; wipe out completely, to erase or remove something completely.

a contagious viral illness causing fever, aches, and respiratory symptoms; influenza

bad-tempered and combative; stubborn

to say that something will happen in the future

having a particular form or appearance

the warmest season of the year, between spring and autumn

a color intermediate between red and blue; violet color

to formally accuse someone of committing a serious crime

a cascade of water falling from a height, formed when a river or stream flows over a precipice or steep incline

Not feeling regret or shame about one's actions.

Worn out, shabby, or in poor condition.

Dramatic and wide-reaching changes in political, social, or economic systems, often involving the overthrow of a government or social order.

to marry someone; to enter into a marriage

Steady or resolute; not wavering.

not expressed directly in words; implied or left unsaid

aromatic leaves from the curry tree used in South Asian cooking

The belief that there is no God or gods.

to involve someone deeply in a conflict, argument, or difficult situation

A stone that marks a grave, usually inscribed with the name of the deceased.

graceful and stylish; refined; sophisticated

to give the impression of being something or having a particular quality

Not able to be obtained, reached, or used; not present or accessible.

painful or aching, usually in a specific part of the body

To take something as your own, such as a child, idea, or method.

to say sorry for something wrong you have done

Strong displeasure or anger caused by something unjust, offensive, or insulting.

to surrender or give in after resisting

A chemical substance that prevents decay, fermentation, or other natural processes that cause food deterioration.

An idea or opinion produced by thinking, or occurring suddenly in the mind.

a material such as coal, gas, or oil that is burned to produce heat or power

a military officer of middle rank; the person in command of a ship or aircraft

A drug or agent that relieves or prevents muscle spasms.

to feel willing or favorably disposed toward something; to bend or tilt

existing in a wild or untamed state; not domesticated

playfully mischievous

Not careful in what one says or does, likely to reveal secrets or offend.

a flattened structure of a higher plant, typically green and blade-like, that is attached to a stem

to express strong disapproval or disagreement

a compulsory contribution to state revenue, typically levied on income or sales

A secret or disguised way of writing; a code; to put a message into secret writing.

seeking or intended to undermine or overthrow an established system or authority

A system of government in which most of the important decisions are made by state officials rather than by elected representatives.

A practical approach to problems and affairs; dealing with things sensibly and realistically.

a small truck with an open back; the act of collecting or improving something

an eclipse in which the sun is obscured by the moon passing between it and the earth

a horse kept for ordinary riding or hire; also used for something overused or trite

Plans and actions designed to reduce the severity or impact of problems or risks.

Based on probability; involving chance or statistical likelihood.

Faithfulness to a person, cause, or belief, demonstrated by continuing loyalty and support.

a structured collection of data stored and accessed electronically

food that is prepared and eaten at a specific time

Delicately small, pretty, and often considered elegant.

dependent on something else; a group of people representing an organization

Buildings or other objects constructed from several parts.

To express sympathy for someone who is suffering or grieving.

sweet and soothing (often used ironically)

The communication of disease from one person to another by close contact; also the spread of harmful ideas or behaviors.

a situation involving exposure to danger; the possibility of something bad happening

A state of physical balance or stability in physical, mental, or economic conditions.

having a specified temper or disposition; strengthened or moderated.

Long, thin, and weak-looking

completely; directly; without reservation or concealment

The process of coming together from different directions to meet at a common point; unification or integration.

a person who freely offers to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task

to make or become wider or broader

something that exists as a single and complete unit; an organization or being

Capable of bringing fundamental changes opposite to conventional beliefs or systems.

Lacking worldly experience, refinement, or complexity.

a covered chair or bed carried on poles by bearers

not beneficial or advantageous; showing disapproval or opposition

A person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.

to consider or declare officially in a legal or formal manner

The ability to understand the true nature of something; deep understanding.

A legal obligation or bond entered into before a court, especially to ensure future appearance.

mocking or insulting in an indirect way

to cause distress or torment; also to break up and smooth soil with a farm tool

from now on; in the future; also refers to life after death.

Displaying or characterized by excessive or prejudiced loyalty or support, especially towards one's own gender or group.

To wash or bathe.

To follow or trace the course or progress of something.

happening or done quickly and unexpectedly; abrupt

A feeling of pensive sadness; thoughtful or gentle sadness

Strange or unnatural in a way that seems not of this world

a person holding religious beliefs other than the main world religions; a heathen

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

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

making one feel energized and renewed; pleasantly new or different

A powerful whirlpool in the sea or a situation of confused movement and turmoil.

The faculty or state of being able to see.

Impossible to explain or understand.

The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement in a particular area.

to react angrily or defensively; a short stiff hair or fiber

Areas or countries that are in the process of economic growth and development

to become thick or solid, especially from cooling

a traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated; an extremely famous or notorious person

Famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession.

to have or include within; to restrain or control

alike; having characteristics in common

a measure of how heavy something is

To disturb the order or calmness of something or someone.

to diminish gradually and come to an end; to fade or dwindle away

enthusiastic and friendly; substantial and nourishing

Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed; traditional, standard, customary.

The world or the state of things as they actually exist, as opposed to an idealistic or notional idea.

to push or prod with a finger or pointed object

a children's story about magical and imaginary beings and lands

Noisy and difficult to control.

a feeling or opinion, especially one based on emotion; tender feelings of affection

a feeling of sadness; a style of music with melancholy themes

a person who participates in a game or sport

The state of being cold in manner or temperature.

overimaginative, unrealistic, or whimsical

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.

a plant or part of a plant used as food

Related to or situated on the shore of the sea or a lake.