Excessively concerned with minor details or rules; overly academic or bookish.

Having a dark complexion or skin tone.

to think about something again, especially to change a decision or opinion

a solemn wish that harm or misfortune should befall someone; a rude or offensive word or phrase; to utter offensive words or wish harm upon someone

To reject or void something legally or to put an end to something forcefully.

Clear and meaningful exchange of information that achieves its intended purpose.

not likely to happen; improbable

The provision of fresh air to a room, building, etc.

to pledge something, such as property, as security for a debt without giving up possession of it.

a dangerous, difficult, or unfortunate situation

a person who habitually finds fault with others

to cough up and spit out mucus from the throat or lungs

to bring up a subject for discussion

To become or make something smaller or fewer in number, amount, or degree.

a night-blooming flower with an intensely sweet fragrance, native to Mexico

to include as a necessary part, or to engage someone in an activity

A person who has no permanent home and moves from place to place.

an evil spirit or devil

a grammatical category showing time reference; stretched tight or anxious

The process of converting encrypted data back into its original form so it can be understood.

providing shade; dishonest; suspicious

excessive; beyond reasonable limits

to remove one's clothes

A reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.

to imbue with the principles or doctrines of Calvinism

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.

very nearly, but not exactly or completely

The process of caring for and encouraging growth or development.

far away in space or time; remote

The process of becoming progressively worse; decline in quality, condition, or strength.

The process of identifying something that you want to accomplish and establishing measurable objectives to achieve it.

to engage in plots or schemes, usually for harmful or evil purposes

to deprive someone, especially a child, of inheritance or right to property

relating to Korea, its people, language, or culture

having sharp corners or edges; relating to angles

A structure with a roof and walls, such as a house, school, or office.

perfect; without any defects or faults; immaculate

done without careful thought; automatic or thoughtless

the act of moving past something or the end of someone's life

The action of arousing interest, enthusiasm, or excitement.

The quality of being reasonable or probable.

distinct; not connected; individual; apart

capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops; able to conceive children

A climbing plant with intricate, colorful flowers; also refers to royal poinciana tree with red-orange blooms

to signal or call someone to come closer, often with a gesture; to attract or invite

The practice of protecting wild animal species and their habitats in order to maintain healthy wildlife species or populations and to restore, protect or enhance natural ecosystems.

Firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something; confidence placed in a person by making that person the nominal owner of property.

Expressing a threat; menacing.

a large tawny-colored cat that lives in prides, found in Africa and northwestern India

A long speech by one person, often in a play or performance.

Characterized by attacking or rejecting cherished beliefs, traditions, or established values.

relating to the study or collection of coins, currency, and medals

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

the state of great comfort and extravagant living; an inessential, desirable item that is expensive or difficult to obtain

To filter gradually through a porous surface or substance; to spread slowly.

The treatment of mental disorder by psychological rather than medical means.

Physically strong and muscular.

An earlier event or decision that serves as a guide or example for future similar situations.

a large motor vehicle carrying passengers by road

largest in size, amount, degree, or importance; superlative form of big

to make into law; to perform or act out

speaking easily but without sincerity or depth

a group of vehicles or ships traveling together, often for protection

to move past or beyond something

A number system based on 10; a number expressed in the base-10 system.

Unpleasant to look at; ugly.

the liquid part of blood; ionized gas; blood serum without clotting proteins

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

to call together or summon a meeting or assembly

to travel around a place for pleasure or to perform

the number that is one more than eight

the part of the body between the neck and the arm

Methods of controlling breathing to achieve relaxation and improve health.

the process of adding more detail or expanding on something

a fast train that travels between major stations with few or no intermediate stops

A large group of insects or people moving together.

To continually criticize, nag, or dominate (especially a husband).

success or failure apparently brought by chance rather than through one's own actions

A sum of money sent in payment or as a gift.

a container made of woven materials used for carrying or storing things

to get or acquire something

the state of being well known for some bad quality or deed

The power or ability of something to affect or influence; strength or effectiveness.

Surprisingly impressive or notable; causing shock or surprise.

a small piece of tasty food; a small interesting piece of information

to stop a process or action before it is completed; to end a pregnancy deliberately

Full of courage and spirit; lively and spirited.

To beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something.

A roughly circular line, route, or movement that starts and ends at the same place; also an electrical pathway.

to move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward

lack of religious belief; skepticism or doubt

shy; timid; modest; easily embarrassed

to join together or combine; to bring people or things together

A restriction or impediment to freedom of action; to restrict.

used by the speaker to refer to themselves and one or more others as the object of the verb

to officially recognize, authorize, or approve someone or something

An agreement or treaty, especially between the Vatican and a secular government.

The establishment or resumption of harmonious relations.

to obstruct; to prevent passage or progress

Relating to or occurring in winter.

To disturb the normal position of something, especially a joint in the body.

lack of confidence or assurance; a state of uncertainty or vulnerability

To bring back to life or revive something from the past.

to desire something belonging to someone else

soft material added for comfort, protection, or to fill space

lack of courage; behavior showing fear

a small bed, especially a portable one or one for a baby

A large country house with lands; the main house of an estate.

To feel or express discontent or to long for something.

to become red in the face, usually from embarrassment, heat, or excitement; to clean something with a flow of water

To drive, push, or cause to move in a particular direction, typically forward.

To wound or injure someone by scratching or tearing; to handle roughly.

having good manners; respectful; courteous

the continuous line forming the boundary of a closed geometric figure or area

having an offensive, unpleasant smell

To move quickly with short, hurried steps.

The discipline that guides how we prepare, equip and support individuals, teams and organizations in making organizational change.

to express dissatisfaction or annoyance about something

an act of retaliation; revenge taken for an injury or wrong

to make cloth by interlacing threads; to move in and out

a musical wind instrument with holes along its length that is played by blowing across a hole at one end