the state of existing before something else

having or showing a strong or unreasoning desire for revenge

a place where two or more roads or railway lines meet; a point where things join or connect

to break up and move earth with a tool or machine, or with hands, paws, etc.

An oral examination, typically for an academic qualification.

to separate or sort through carefully, often using a sieve or by examining closely

A close and harmonious relationship in which the people or groups concerned understand each other's feelings or ideas.

the pink or white flowers of a cherry tree that bloom in spring

far away in space or time; remote

not able to be touched or affected; beyond criticism or attack

The amount of goods and services that can be purchased with a unit of currency.

Having a net-like pattern or structure.

a straight line or plane that touches a curve or curved surface at a point but does not cross it

Strong and healthy; vigorous; able to withstand or overcome adverse conditions.

to prevent by acting in advance; to anticipate and counter

a dramatic performance in which the actors sing most of their lines

having a harsh, rough, or grating sound

The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation.

occurring frequently or widely; shared by all

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.

a group of people living in the same place or sharing common interests

Relating to or resembling a horse.

a weapon that fires bullets or other projectiles from a metal tube

the arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area

the warmest season of the year, between spring and autumn

to forbid something by law, rule, or other authority

a large hole in the ground or a hollow area

conforming to accepted standards of behavior or morality

A person who loves or collects books.

A substance that pollutes or contaminates the environment.

The act of intervening or coming between two things, often to influence or prevent an outcome.

to speak loudly in an aggressive or threatening way, often without real power

Unusual and attractive because it is from a foreign place or culture.

To enter or record officially on a list or in a book.

a public or formal statement giving information

the fourth day of the week, following Tuesday and preceding Thursday

a climbing plant with fragrant flowers native to tropical regions

Showing deep and solemn respect.

a grey and white bird with a fat body that is common in cities

to offer something for acceptance; to present

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

To disturb the order or calmness of something or someone.

Extremely idealistic, unrealistic, and impractical.

Clear, logical, and convincing.

a person who attacks and robs ships at sea; someone who uses or reproduces copyrighted material illegally

Having or showing too great a readiness to believe things.

Existing, occurring, or used underwater, especially in relation to vessels or cables.

too many to be counted; countless; infinite in number

a machine that carries people or goods up and down between floors in a building

to make a high-pitched cry; to inform on someone

solitary; isolated; without companions

unsuccessful; futile; pointless;

the supposed communication of thoughts or ideas by means other than the known senses

Relating to the reproduction of offspring.

a clever or funny remark

Strong passion or enthusiasm for something.

careful thought or attention to something before making a decision

to bring a lawsuit against someone in a court of law

the act of recognizing or accepting something as true or valid; an expression of gratitude or recognition

Traveling from place to place, especially for work or duty.

uncomfortably or unpleasantly cold

limited or controlled; subject to restrictions

Pleasure, especially when gained from the satisfaction of a desire.

The highest-ranking person in a company, responsible for overall management.

an industrial facility where raw materials are processed and purified

able to be fixed or mended; capable of being repaired

A metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter.

The fact of being required or indispensable; an indispensable thing.

a person whose job is to cut, style, and treat hair

To make or feel young, healthy, or energetic again.

a person who refuses to submit to authority or comply with rules

a young human being below the age of puberty or below the legal age of majority

The sequence of processes through which a piece of work passes from initiation to completion.

annoying or irritating

connected to or available through the internet

a situation in which no progress is possible; complete standstill

prolonged and idle discussion; fuss or unnecessary talk

A peaceful solution to conflicts through negotiation and diplomatic channels.

a person who is passionate about a cause, often inciting change or action

sharp or severe in manner or style; also describes a substance that contracts skin or body tissues

Relating to the identification of long-term or overall aims and interests and the means of achieving them.

Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

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

devoted to a cause, task, or purpose

A small, representative system having analogies to a larger system; a miniature version of something.

Relating to an established or official way of doing something; concerned with procedure.

a written or printed version of material originally presented in another medium

money paid for work or services; compensation or reward

Depending on or relating to the circumstances or setting; context-dependent.

a judgment that a person is not guilty of the crime with which they have been charged

A bundle of fibers in the body that transmits signals between the brain and other parts; also courage or audacity.

Widely known and praised; famous for an achievement.

self-important behavior or exaggerated dignity

Not willing to talk or provide information; uncooperative.

A large sailing ship used mainly by Europeans from the 16th to 18th centuries.

A means of raising money by selling numbered tickets and giving prizes to the holders of numbers drawn at random.

to desire something belonging to someone else

The action of leading a group of people or an organization.

active and lively, especially in old age

the woman in charge of a convent of nuns

a quantity of something, typically the total of a thing or things in number, size, value, or extent

able to be used up completely; not infinite

As a noun: a person’s course of professional life; as a verb: to move swiftly and in an uncontrolled way.

relating to a population subgroup with a common national or cultural tradition

A person who sells and arranges flowers.

A nonprofit group of people who offer their services willingly without payment for a cause.

intense disgust or strong aversion towards something

To make a choice or judgment about something.

a person who paints pictures or decorates buildings

A whip with nine knotted cords, historically used for punishment.

habitual sleeplessness; inability to sleep; the condition of being unable to sleep

Instill an attitude, idea, or habit by persistent instruction; to teach and impress by frequent repetitions.

to a great extent or degree

able to be removed or taken away

a large aromatic spice pod with a smoky flavor, commonly used in Indian and Middle Eastern cooking

The quality or state of being regular or recurring at intervals.

a soft sweet fruit that is purple or green on the outside and has many small seeds

To forcibly put an end to; to restrain or subdue.

in a way that shows ability and training; expertly

to act dishonestly; to break rules for advantage

a distinct part or area of an economy, society, or industry