in a practical manner; almost; nearly

A collection of documents about a particular person, event, or subject.

An act of resistance or rebellion; a revolt against an authority or government.

Twisted, rough, and knotted, especially with age.

a large farm animal kept for milk or meat

to make or become less; to reduce in size, importance, or value

easily upset or offended; overly sensitive

Harm or injury that cannot be undone or repaired.

completely confident that something is true; certain; definitely true

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.

the state of relying on or needing someone or something for support; addiction

The state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities.

soft and full of holes like a sponge; porous

a hereditary name common to all members of a family; family name

Having important or significant consequences; resulting from something.

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

once every year; yearly

to withdraw or renounce a statement or belief formally

Relating to the Middle Ages, the period in European history from about the 5th to the 15th century.

To act or move slowly; to waste time; also to engage in a casual romantic relationship.

Acknowledgment of the existence, validity, or legality of something; appreciation or acclaim for an achievement, service, or ability.

To go beyond the limits of something; to surpass or exceed

not connected with religious or spiritual matters; worldly

An unfavorable circumstance or condition that reduces the chances of success or effectiveness.

To rub hard so as to clean, typically with a brush and water.

a conclusion or resolution reached after consideration; the action of deciding

One of the many aspects or features of something; a particular part or element of something.

A formal written order issued by a court.

To achieve something by clever or sometimes dishonest persuasion or trickery.

a point or level beyond which something does not or may not extend or pass; the greatest amount allowed

a feature that renders something less acceptable; a disadvantage or problem

A type of entertainment that is intended to make people laugh.

To feel regret or sorrow about something.

the act of eating a meal, especially in a formal setting

The practice of refusing to cooperate, especially as a form of protest.

A small group of trees growing close together.

round beige legume; protein-rich pulse used in various dishes

the process of preparing food by heating it

evil or morally wrong; intended to or capable of harming someone or something

a chair with wheels, used by people who cannot walk easily or at all

The process of learning or committing something to memory

a compact mass of a substance, especially one without a definite or regular shape

An opportunity or possibility of something happening.

having or showing excessive or offensive sexual desire

Filled or well-supplied with something; abundantly full.

Existing from birth or natural

the action or process of bringing something into existence; something that has been made or invented

To state again strongly; to confirm or strengthen a statement or belief.

refined courtesy, elegance, and sophistication in manner

to make someone feel embarrassed or ashamed

The distance or measurement from side to side; width; a wide range.

experiencing or showing distress, anxiety, or worry

difficult to read or understand; ill-tempered

A period of paid leave granted to a teacher or worker for study or travel, traditionally every seventh year.

the scientific study of birds

to omit or pass over something; to move lightly or quickly

the belief or quality of being free from error; absolute correctness

Related to or characteristic of the deep ocean, especially the zone below 4000 meters.

the activity of chasing and killing wild animals

to change position; to go from one place to another; to relocate

careful to pay attention; alert and observant

Increasing gradually by addition; growing in quantity, force, or effect.

to one side; apart; away from the main part

to write or carve words or symbols on a surface

To seek attention or applause by behaving or speaking in a showy way.

a person who speaks or talks, especially as an occupation

a person who disagrees with or resists a proposal or practice; someone who competes against another

to involve something as a necessary or inevitable part or consequence

a part of the body that performs a specific function

Brave, determined, and courageous

to separate into parts; to split or break apart

crystallized sugar formed into small pieces; rock candy made from sugar syrup

to deny or renounce something, especially a right or desire

The basic monetary unit of the United States and some other countries

Confused or clouded in mind; made unclear like being surrounded by fog.

Willing to listen to or accept new ideas, suggestions, or experiences.

bright; shining; emitting light; radiant

To make a copy of something; to generate offspring.

allowed or permitted by rules or law

stiffly formal and proper in appearance or behavior

a boat that has been designed or modified to be used primarily as a home

a concise statement of the facts; a set of instructions given to a person about a job or task

a small green citrus fruit with acidic juice

A person's social environment or surroundings.

quick to notice things; watchful; attentive

a soft, wet area of land that gives way underfoot; a complex or dangerous situation

to a large extent or degree; very much

Existing or occurring at the same time.

open to debate or discussion; not certain and capable of being argued for or against

A large body of soldiers ready for battle, typically consisting of several companies.

to walk heavily or noisily; a person who travels from place to place on foot, often homeless

Awareness, knowledge, or understanding of something; conscious perception.

a boisterous or tomboyish girl

positioned before or ahead of something; facing or located at the forward side of a person or object

the act of lighting something or making something clear

the practice of marrying multiple spouses at the same time

An inn or lodging place, especially one for travelers.

Fertile soil deposited by flowing water, especially in riverbanks.

in addition to; moreover; furthermore

small black seeds with a nutty, slightly bitter flavor, also known as black cumin or black seed

to refrain from insisting on or enforcing something, especially a right or claim

showing prejudice for or against someone or something unfairly

to a great degree; very

the invisible gaseous substance surrounding the earth; a mixture mainly of oxygen and nitrogen

the act of putting someone in prison; the state of being confined as punishment

a small spot or mark, often of a different color

Happening or done before the usual or proper time.

A doctor specializing in pregnancy, childbirth, and women's reproductive health.

to cut with teeth; to have a sharp effect

existence; a living creature; the state of existing

not suitable or safe for eating; not edible

Relating to the body, especially as distinct from the mind.

a liquid or semi-liquid substance served with food to add moisture and flavor

a flat, thin, rectangular piece of material such as wood; also a group of people managing an organization

A strong desire to travel and explore the world.

nearly; almost; in effect though not in name

able to be fixed or mended; capable of being repaired

a sheet, quantity, or thickness of material, typically one of several, covering a surface or body

a landing stage or small pier at which boats can dock or be moored

a color intermediate between red and blue; violet color

a place where a battle is fought