to pierce with a sharp point; to cause sharp pain

having special advantages; favored; elite

a small hole in a tire that causes air to escape

forced something to be accepted or put in place

serious and demanding exact conformity to rules; strict and severe

happening by chance, unintentionally

The extent or scope of something, such as insurance protection or media reporting.

a formal or explicit statement or announcement; an official proclamation

a distinctive smell, especially a pleasant one

a person who believes in something, especially a religious faith, idea, or principle

completely; directly; without reservation or concealment

a group of people sworn to give a verdict in a legal case based on the evidence

the legal ending of a marriage; to officially end a marriage

a unit of measurement for liquid capacity, equal to 4 quarts or approximately 3.8 liters

a long narrow piece of cloth, paper, plastic, or other material

A person who works to bring about social or political change.

a person's sense of self-esteem or self-importance

absence of difficulty or effort; comfort and relaxation

To move or fall downward; to come or go down from a higher place.

a thing that is accepted as true without proof; a supposition

milk from which water has been removed and sugar added, creating a thick, sweet product

Relating to or characteristic of a colony or colonialism, especially involving the control of one country by another.

Farming method that avoids synthetic chemicals and fertilizers, using natural methods instead.

having the necessary skill or knowledge to do something successfully; capable

able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; lasting; strong

a large printed sign used for advertisements or announcements

to show or prove that something is right or reasonable

the state of being uncertain; doubt or lack of sureness

Having a balance between emitting carbon and absorbing carbon from the atmosphere; not adding to overall carbon emissions.

a large primate similar to a monkey but without a tail; as a verb, to imitate or mimic

a person or animal that lives in a particular place

a person who takes part in a protest or demonstration

the line where the earth seems to meet the sky; the limit of one's knowledge, experience, or interest

a greater liking for one alternative over another or others

protective covering worn by soldiers; metal plating for military vehicles

A set of clothes worn together, often for a particular occasion.

a medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness

a large open area near the entrance of a building; also a group trying to influence decisions.

to stop sleeping; to cause to become aware

to wait for someone or something; to expect

being against or in disagreement with something

Formal and dignified; characterized by deep sincerity.

A line of writing in poetry; a section of a song or poem.

a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects

As a noun: an injury appearing as a purple or blue mark on the skin; As a verb: to injure without breaking the skin

simple elegance or refined movement; goodwill and kindness

The state of being not available or not accessible.

to impress deeply or blind with brilliance or skill

dried aromatic leaf of the bay laurel tree used as a culinary herb

bad or improper behavior

to express thoughts or ideas clearly; having the ability to speak fluently and clearly

a book or set of books containing information on many subjects, usually arranged alphabetically

the act of staying away from something; deliberate prevention of contact or confrontation

to improve the quality, value, or extent of something

to restrict someone or something within certain limits; to keep someone in a closed space

a breach of law or rule; an annoyance or resentment

a small piece of material used to mend a hole; a small area of something different

a person who is not accepted as a member of a particular group or community

in a manner showing annoyance or restlessness due to delay or waiting

notable; honored; famous; having a dignified appearance or manner

the player who directs a team’s offense in American football

a feeling of deep respect mixed with fear or wonder

a metal projectile fired from a gun

an offer to pay a certain amount for something; an attempt to obtain or achieve something

a fictitious name used by an author instead of their real name; a pseudonym

a person who supports or believes in the principles of communism

Not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion.

A place, meeting, or medium where ideas and views can be exchanged.

a survey of public opinion or voting in an election

Relating to flowers or decorated with flowers.

a person's general attitude or view; a forecast or prospect

a formal meeting or assembly, especially of representatives for discussion

to create or shape something, often with effort or skill; also to counterfeit or fake something

to distribute or assign resources, duties, or responsibilities for a specific purpose

a feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness

to make easier to understand or do; to reduce complexity

in a thick manner; densely; heavily

a feeling of envy of someone or their achievements; resentment against a rival

a small platform on which a person may stand to be seen by an audience

deserving praise or approval

strong enthusiasm or excitement for something; intense emotion or feeling

causing anxiety or concern; troubling

An outline or summary of topics to be covered in a course of study.

a flat surface in a shop, bank, or kitchen where transactions or work are done

the action or method of storing something for future use

Plants considered collectively, especially those found in a particular region.

the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for kindness

having or showing trust in someone or something; trusting

burning fiercely; extremely hot; very bright

Relating to a large city, its surrounding areas, or its lifestyle.

to criticize angrily; to rebuke

the act of sharing or delivering something to multiple people or places

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

to become smaller in size; to draw back in fear

to remove or damage the surface of something by rubbing or scratching; to collect something by effort

to make a serious promise; to pledge solemnly

A vast, flat, treeless Arctic region where the subsoil is permanently frozen.

by hand; using physical effort rather than machines

A person who leads or oversees discussions, debates, or forums to maintain order.

move or cause to move back and forth or from side to side while suspended or on an axis

the action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country

Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed; traditional, standard, customary.

An organization, business, or system; the act of setting something up.

to strike something lightly, usually with a quick, sharp sound

causing severe shock, distress, or destruction; extremely damaging or upsetting

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.

closely and neatly packed together; small and efficiently designed

A seat fastened on the back of a horse for riding; to burden someone with a responsibility.

confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect

The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.

to give someone the right to have or do something

To assume a particular position, especially for a photograph or display; to present a problem or question.

a long poem telling of heroic deeds; something heroic or grand in scale

The expression of an unfavorable opinion or judgment

a hard pointed projection on the head of certain animals; a musical instrument

severe physical or mental suffering; extreme pain or anguish

Business enterprises or undertakings, especially risky ones.

animal skin that has been treated to preserve it and make it suitable for use

Shiny and smooth in appearance; attractive on the surface but sometimes lacking depth.

Development that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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