relating to mysteries, spirituality, or hidden truths; a person who seeks spiritual insight

The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience

to close and open the eyes quickly.

A person who advocates or promotes war or conflict.

a small round mark or spot

A thing that indicates the state or level of something.

To make uniform or similar by blending or mixing different elements.

used to refer to people or things previously mentioned or easily identified

The action of interfering with something in order to cause damage or make unauthorized alterations.

at any time; always; in any way

to become visible or come into sight; to seem

to confirm or assert the truth or reliability of something

to make an idea or principle clear by explaining it in detail

a system or form of government, often authoritarian

joined together for a common purpose; in agreement

A pair of curved marks ( ) used to enclose words or numbers; also an interruption or digression in speech or writing.

a group or arrangement of people or things in a line; to arrange people or things in a row or planned order

cautious; careful to avoid danger or problems

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.

the ability to supply one's own needs without external assistance; independence

to live in a dull, inactive, or unchallenging way, often with little physical or mental effort

rule by many; government by multiple authorities

to expand and contract rhythmically; to throb or beat

lacking physical strength; not strong; fragile

ancient; basic; crude; undeveloped; simple

never to be broken, dishonored, or violated

various; diverse; mixed; assorted

the arts and other manifestations of human intellectual achievement; the customs and beliefs of a particular society

A person who travels in a vehicle but is not driving it

to make something unclear or difficult to see

as a representative of someone; in the interest of someone

a metal container for food or drink

To impose something unwelcome or unnecessary on someone.

A person made to do hard, menial, or dull work.

Not giving a hint or suggestion; not indicating.

to disturb the smoothness of something; to annoy or upset someone

The action or process of investing money for profit or material result.

to gather or assemble again, especially for a meeting

To make someone extremely angry.

a substance that causes blood or another liquid to clot

a word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language

completely; entirely; absolutely

relating to or denoting a case of nouns and pronouns indicating possession

unpleasantly damp and cold

a calculated move or remark intended to gain an advantage, especially in chess or conversation

a small body of still water formed naturally or by artificial means

a strip of leather or cloth worn around the waist to support clothes or for decoration

the act of making something better

something that is given to a charity, especially a sum of money; the act of giving

the speed at which something happens or is done

to buy something; to acquire by paying money

Physical, mental, or emotional strain or tension.

Relating to or expressing a greeting or an address, especially at the beginning of a speech.

Great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

a deep yellow-orange color; an expensive spice derived from crocus flowers

extremely large; shockingly evil or wrong; abnormal or unnatural

A window that projects vertically from a sloping roof.

mental sharpness and inventiveness; keen intelligence; a natural aptitude for using words in a clever and amusing way

stretched or pulled tight; tense

a famous person, especially in entertainment or sports

to initiate an attack or show hostile behavior

to shout or cry loudly

a person who is in a romantic relationship or has strong affection for someone

An assistant or helper, especially to an important person.

A building or group of buildings where goods are manufactured.

Something that lessens or absorbs the impact of a shock; to act as a protective barrier.

a person who pretends to be someone else in order to deceive others; a fraud

Wild and noisy disorder or confusion; uproar.

in a way that causes surprise or amazement

inability to take effective action; helplessness

attention to something; a written or printed announcement

A tendency to consider material possessions more important than spiritual values

To raise and lower the shoulders to express uncertainty or indifference.

an improvement in the condition or strength of something; renewed interest in or attention to something

A school or college for training priests, ministers, or rabbis.

A disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, leading to weakness, gum disease, and bleeding.

Prophetic, mysterious, or cryptic in meaning.

A ruler, master, or person of great power and authority over others.

as a necessary result; inevitably; by logical consequence

To hold and use a weapon, tool, or power effectively.

to gradually but firmly establish an idea, attitude, or habit in someone's mind

a place where a battle is fought

Deeply religious or sincere.

the study or practice of improving the genetic quality of the human population

causing or feeling embarrassment; difficult to deal with

to burn slowly with smoke but no flame; to show suppressed anger or emotion

The act of belittling or taking away from the value of something.

to frighten someone or make them feel afraid

Giving off bubbles; lively, enthusiastic, and full of energy.

To officially cancel or withdraw a decision, privilege, or right.

To make insulting or mocking remarks; to taunt.

To diversify or mark with different colors or patterns.

A person's ability to cope well with difficulties or to face demanding situations with courage.

Showing curiosity or concern about something.

To make someone very happy or proud.

excessively showy or flashy, often in a tasteless way

A person who transfers something, such as property, rights, or responsibilities, to another.

a natural substance needed by the body to stay healthy

to oversee and direct the work or operation of something

To bend light, sound, or heat as it passes through a medium.

Exceptionally clever, talented, or impressive; very bright or radiant.

a small piece of shaped metal used to operate a lock; something that provides a means of access

The quality of being calm and confident and in control of one's emotions; composure.

a small domesticated carnivorous mammal with soft fur, a short snout, and retractile claws

having the right to do or have something; feeling deserving of special treatment

the study of the rights and duties of citizens and how government works

a violent weather condition with strong winds, rain, thunder, and lightning

a small drum used in military or marching bands

to cry out suddenly in surprise, strong emotion, or excitement

a figure of speech in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of its contrary

extremely good; wonderful; excellent

the hindquarters or buttocks; the lower back area

A formal meeting of people with a shared interest, typically one that takes place over several days.

Full of courage and spirit; lively and spirited.

causing surprise; unexpected; remarkable

to catch sight of something, especially something distant or obscure

used to indicate possession or ownership

the number following one

the state of being confined or restricted

Relating to a large city, its surrounding areas, or its lifestyle.

to present a story in a dramatic way, or to exaggerate something