unconventional and slightly disreputable but attractive

a color intermediate between red and blue; violet color

a place regarded in various religions as the abode of God and the angels; a place of eternal happiness

making no sound; quiet; not speaking

Relating to the arts and to intellectual achievements.

Made by chemical synthesis, especially to imitate a natural product; artificial.

A rich source of something, often a vein of valuable metal in the earth.

an intense feeling of fear, shock, or disgust; something that causes such feelings

Clothing, especially formal or elegant wear.

a thing that is or is likely to be wrongly perceived or interpreted; a false idea or belief

Involving new ideas or methods; innovative and original.

The quality of being pleasing to the ear, especially through harmonious combination of words.

A group of people who gather to watch, listen to, or experience a performance, event, or broadcast.

facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis; information in digital form

Trapped or entangled in something, typically a difficult situation.

rude or disrespectful behavior

to twist or bend out of the normal shape

to pretend to be another person in order to entertain or deceive

conforming to or following current fashion or style

a daring or unusual action performed for entertainment or publicity; to hinder growth or development

A chemical decomposition produced by passing an electric current through a liquid or solution.

To heat and cool metal or glass to make it stronger or less brittle.

to make or become warm; to heat something gently

Forbidden by law, rules, or custom.

stretched or pulled tight; tense

a small, crudely built dwelling; a poorly constructed building

without paying attention to the current situation or condition

A practical joke or humorous remark.

explosive powder used in guns and fireworks

extremely stupid; foolish; senseless

Only partly conscious; not fully aware of surroundings.

excessive and insincere praise, given especially to further one's own interests

to arrive at a destination; to extend one's arm to touch something

An occurrence of death by accident, disaster, or violence.

A secure room for storing valuables; also to leap or spring over something.

a thing said or done for amusement; a joke

The process of capture and long-term storage of atmospheric carbon dioxide to mitigate or defer global warming.

A person sent on a special mission, usually as a diplomatic representative.

the greatest in amount, degree, or number

tools or implements used for cooking, eating, or serving food

Skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands; mental skill or adroitness.

The ability or capacity to do something or act in a particular way; authority.

Relating to or involving evaluation or assessment.

the state of being unrelated or unimportant to the matter at hand

a person who rows a boat, especially as a member of a racing crew

a short knife with a pointed blade used as a weapon

not conforming with accepted or orthodox standards or beliefs

to give up power, territory, or rights to another

able to be trusted or relied on; consistently reliable

to lose balance or fall while moving, or to accidentally slide from a position

occurring or continuing after death; published after the author's death

Able to perceive or feel things.

A metal shackle for fastening someone's hands or ankles; also to restrain with such shackles.

A member of the group of animals including humans, apes, and monkeys.

expressing disapproval or belittling

stubbornly devoted to a theory or doctrine without regard to practical considerations

The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.

Not feeling fear; brave or courageous

Relating to colors or, in music, notes outside the standard scale.

the person in charge of navigating and steering a boat, especially a racing or small boat

To twist or squirm in pain or discomfort.

a tool with a sharp flat edge used for cutting or shaping wood, stone, or metal

a large amount or degree of something

A system of ideas and ideals, especially one that forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy.

deeply distracted or absent-minded, often due to worry or grief

the process of recording, summarizing, and reporting financial transactions

the outward signs, features, or objects associated with a role, event, or status

Relating to or marking the beginning or initial stage of something.

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

An instrument for measuring time precisely, especially used in navigation.

to suspend or be suspended from above; to attach from a higher point

To utter a curse or invoke evil upon someone.

the direction towards the bottom of a map, opposite to north

The main story of a piece of writing, or the series of events that happen in it.

not allowed; prohibited; banned

To cause someone to be loved or liked.

The grounds and buildings of a university, college, or school.

to secretly listen to a conversation

Able to be transferred or surrendered, usually referring to rights or property.

relating to a parliament or its members; relating to a system of government with parliamentary authority

to stop doing something; to leave a job or position

a four-wheeled motor vehicle used for transportation

The act of excluding someone from a group or society.

exactly the same; not different in any way

Not capable of working successfully; not feasible or practical.

tacky, overly sentimental, or cheap in quality

Involving or causing a complete or dramatic change.

opposite in nature, direction, or meaning; completely different

land outside cities and towns; rural areas with farms, fields, and villages

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 ideas, attitudes, or activities that are regarded as normal or conventional; the dominant trend in opinion or fashion

Power and influence over others; control or command.

a single pearl used as jewelry, often in earrings or pendants

Having different colors, especially in irregular patches or streaks.

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

discouraged; feeling dejected; losing hope or confidence

difficult to control or manage; disorderly and disruptive

a person responsible for running or managing an organization or system

Not authorized by law, rules, or standards; not recognized as valid.

Having parts or structures arranged like a feather; feather-shaped.

the name of a book, movie, or other work; a word used before someone's name to show rank or status

To identify a disease, condition, or problem by examining symptoms.

Extremely complicated and detailed; relating to the Byzantine Empire or its style.

A machine that generates electricity; a person with great energy and enthusiasm.

having exact and definite limits or form

equipped with or carrying weapons

no longer close or affectionate with someone; alienated

Having an abnormal interest in disturbing or unpleasant subjects such as death or disease.

The sense of smell; the process of detecting and perceiving odors.

A hillside or slope, especially in Scotland.

Cards containing small amounts of information, held up for students to see, as an aid to learning.

people or things distinct from the ones already mentioned or known

combine in such a way as to enhance effectiveness.

the act of bringing someone or something under control or domination

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

used to give a negative response or to show disagreement

an apparition of a dead person believed to be able to become visible to the living; a spirit

requiring considerable effort and time; difficult and hard-working

a character representing one or more of the sounds used in speech; a written message, typically sent in an envelope

in a way that relates to mathematics; using numbers, formulas, or logical calculation

A procedure intended to establish the quality, performance, or reliability of something.