Extremely thorough and demanding in analysis or practice.

Nearness in space, time, or relationship.

came before something in time, order, or position

requiring help or support; poor; lacking basic necessities

forward in place, time, or order

To remove people from a dangerous place to safety.

An act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration.

a traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated; an extremely famous or notorious person

neat and suitable for being seen in public; acceptable in appearance

The internal framework of bones that supports the body of a human or animal.

a woman's undergarment worn to support and cover the breasts

a mark or character used as a conventional representation of an object, function, or process

an evil spirit or devil

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.

causing trouble, difficulties, or discomfort; awkward; troublesome

to make skin or a hide brown by exposure to the sun or by using chemicals

To suggest something without directly stating it.

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

A group of people chosen to represent others in negotiations or discussions.

a small group of people organized for a specific purpose or task, often in the military or sports

The stomach or belly; also used for courage, instinct, or to remove the inside of something.

showing or caused by strong feelings or a strong belief

a person who drives a motor vehicle, especially a car or motorcycle

Having a sharp inclination or high slope; also can mean excessive (as in price).

The outer parts of a town or city, away from the center.

a shortcoming, imperfection, or lack; a fault or flaw in something

Having a lack of experience or sophistication; overly innocent or trusting.

to hold on tightly to someone or something

an involuntary opening of the mouth and inhalation of air due to tiredness or boredom

very careful in choosing; selective; particular about what one likes or accepts

in a way that relates to a person's feelings or emotions

in a relaxed and informal way; without much thought or preparation

feeling happy and less worried after something stressful has been removed or resolved

a naturally occurring substance that is solid and inorganic, often used in industry or nutrition

To introduce a substance, especially a drug, into the body using a needle.

characterized by diligent study; devoted to learning

not restrained or managed; lacking control

a government license granting exclusive rights to an inventor; also to obtain such rights

An area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state.

The act of animals eating grass in a field; also lightly touching or scraping against something.

The state of being quickly irritated or unable to wait calmly.

A statement that explains the unique benefits or value that a product or service offers to customers.

relating to the mind or supernatural powers; a person claiming to have extrasensory abilities

a person, typically one more remote than a grandparent, from whom one is descended

having high moral qualities; honorable; generous; of aristocratic birth

A punctuation mark (') used to indicate possession or the omission of letters or numbers.

lazy; inactive; not working or being used

a strong building or group of buildings where soldiers live and defend

to explain the meaning of something; to translate orally

secret; private; intended to be kept secret

to make wider or larger in scope; to expand ideas, experience, or understanding

the quality of being worthy of attention; importance

a weapon that is self-propelled and directed toward a target

a type of shellfish that can be eaten and sometimes contains pearls

an unoccupied position or job; an empty space or room

a person who receives or subscribes to a service, magazine, or service

very informal language that is usually spoken rather than written

A minor change in a document.

a person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, or cause

An amount that is more than what is needed.

suitable or safe for eating

intense dislike or ill will; a feeling of strong aversion

the activity or profession of collecting, writing, and publishing news and articles for newspapers, magazines, or broadcast media

a small cushion or block of soft material; also a set of sheets of paper fastened together

a cylinder of wax with a wick through it that burns to give light

friendly and welcoming to strangers or guests; generous in receiving guests

to focus on a particular subject or activity and become an expert in it

a large rectangular pad for supporting the reclining body, used as or on a bed

relating to the science of biology or to life and living organisms

The use of humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize people's stupidity or vices.

A limiting rule or circumstance; a restriction on the size or amount of something permissible.

having many leaves; covered with leaves

Belonging to a foreign country or nation; extraterrestrial.

to take hold of and quickly remove; to gather courage or determination

causing problems; troublesome; difficult to deal with

to cause severe and overwhelming destruction or damage

preliminary; introductory; intended as preparation

to make someone less confident or enthusiastic about doing something

The practice of conforming to rules, regulations, or laws; obedience to orders or instructions.

a breach of law or rule; an annoyance or resentment

the customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession

refusing to obey rules or authority; rebellious

An essential supporting structure of a building, vehicle, or object; a basic structure underlying a system, concept, or text.

a large structure with seating for sports, concerts, or other events

Capable of bringing fundamental changes opposite to conventional beliefs or systems.

an extreme or irrational fear of or aversion to something

in a private manner; without others present; confidentially

Used to introduce an additional point or idea; in addition.

Not clearly expressed or understood; to make something difficult to see or understand.

The process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale.

Capable of being imagined or conceived.

Not enough; inadequate.

happening or existing at the end of a process; final; ultimate

The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.

The fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility.

lacking sophistication or good taste; crude and offensive in language or behavior

to put on (an article of clothing); also used as a title for a respected person

a person's attitude, opinion, or position on an issue

a feeling or opinion, especially one based on emotion; tender feelings of affection

The action of bringing resources into effective action.

affected by rust; out of practice; impaired by lack of recent practice

not compulsory; left to choice

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

The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed.

a dead body, especially of a human

a person who settles in a new area or land

Lack of fairness or justice; the practice of being unjust or unfair.

Dramatic and wide-reaching changes in political, social, or economic systems, often involving the overthrow of a government or social order.

to feel an urge to scratch; to have a restless desire

to stop or bring to a stop

impossible to conceive; beyond imagination

not in good physical condition; unsuitable or inappropriate

Capable of being decomposed by natural biological processes, typically by bacteria or other living organisms, without causing harm to the environment.

a large, impressive house

A small, open-fronted hut or cubicle from which newspapers, refreshments, tickets, etc., are sold.

a distinctive smell, especially a pleasant one

sympathetic concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others; deep awareness of suffering with a desire to help

to say words aloud for someone to write down; to give orders

Succeeded in achieving (something that one desires and has worked for); reached a specified age, size, or amount.

the quality of being prepared or ready to do something

A task, project, or responsibility that someone agrees to do.