a person who succeeds another in office; someone who takes over a position or role

not showing due respect for another person; rude

Based on assumption rather than fact; not genuine or authentic.

to decide not to do or have something

feelings of doubt, worry, or uneasiness

To make a broad statement by inferring from specific cases.

relating to or arranged in zones; of, relating to, or having the form of a zone

To feel regret or sorrow about something.

having or showing a sensible and practical idea of what can be achieved or expected

An item of clothing.

having good manners; respectful; courteous

Relating to the heavens; celestial or divine.

a type of freshwater fish with spotted markings and an elongated head resembling a snake

Contrary; completely different; facing each other; reverse;

relating to the mind or mental processes.

To cause inconvenience or trouble to someone.

a large organized group of singers; a part of a song that is repeated after each verse

Making or showing an unfair or prejudicial distinction between different categories of people or things.

good enough to be accepted, though not excellent

Extreme foolishness, stupidity, or weakness of mind.

The quality of being illogical or unreasonable; lack of rational thought.

Having a healing or beneficial effect on the body or mind.

the collection and study of postage stamps

to prevent something bad from happening or to turn away one's eyes or thoughts

A spice made from the dried seeds of a plant in the parsley family, with a warm earthy flavor

A support attached to a wall for holding something; also, to group things together.

The process of growth or increase, typically by the gradual accumulation of additional layers or matter.

Describing something that swells or surges outward in waves or large masses.

a person who practices law; a lawyer

to make someone appear guilty of a crime or wrongdoing

the stage of human social and cultural development and organization considered most advanced

The position, dignity, or authority of a king.

to be present at; to give attention to; to take care of

a very small or inadequate amount of money

An inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way.

requiring much effort, skill, or attention; difficult to satisfy

a lack of energy and enthusiasm; tiredness and inactivity

a religious discourse delivered as part of a church service; a tedious moralizing lecture

a political and social philosophy advocating individual freedoms, democracy, and equality

the action of beginning something again after a pause or interruption

Moderation in action, thought, or feeling; restraint.

official permission or approval; a penalty for disobeying a rule

a group of ships, vehicles, or aircraft operating together under one command

a tall, thin dog with long legs that can run very fast

The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.

causing or meant to cause laughter

The process of creating and promoting a brand or company identity.

An example or single occurrence of something.

Not fitting in with or suitable for the surroundings.

A period of time during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or computers, regarded as an opportunity to reduce stress or focus on social interaction in the physical world.

disturbed; anxious; restless; excited in a negative way

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

A writing instrument using ink; also, to write something.

Not expressing or showing a clear opinion, decision, or commitment.

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

an organization that does not operate for profit and reinvests surplus to achieve social goals; not intended to make financial profit

The main course of a meal (US); the right to enter or access (formal).

to press something firmly, especially from all sides in order to extract or compress it

slightly drunk

to boast or brag about something, especially in an excessive way

a person who seeks exciting, risky, or unusual experiences; someone who explores new or unknown places

Fallen into disrepair or ruin due to neglect or age.

a period of time between two events or points; a pause or break in activity

to fail to please or meet expectations; to make someone unhappy

humor or frivolity, especially the treatment of a serious matter with humor or in a manner lacking due respect

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

in a hopeful manner; expressing hope or optimism

the study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts and structures

to fail to hit, reach, or meet; to feel the absence of someone or something

the sudden blockage of a blood vessel by a clot or other foreign matter

the two times in the year when the sun is at its greatest distance from the equator (summer and winter solstice)

Great enthusiasm, spirit, or energy in expression or performance.

Bioactive compounds found in plants that have health benefits beyond basic nutrition.

the religion founded by the Prophet Muhammad, based on belief in one God (Allah)

The protection, backing, or support of a particular person or organization.

Coarse or abusive language; vulgar or offensive speech.

to cause the death of; to end life

in a quiet, gentle way; without resistance or protest

a person who is very interested in a particular activity or subject

a horse of pure and recognized breed; a person of good breeding or education

used to express possibility; power or strength

able to be heard; loud enough to hear

a state of armed conflict between different countries or different groups within a country

A Protestant theological system based on John Calvin’s teachings, emphasizing predestination and the sovereignty of God.

joking or teasing in a playful manner

to steal money or property from a person or place; to commit robbery

to force someone or something out of their usual or original position; to replace or substitute

a person whose job is cutting up and selling meat in a shop

to pronounce words clearly; to express an idea clearly

a person who argues noisily; or someone who takes care of livestock on a ranch

mainly; for the most part; usually

a person who directs a performance or someone who collects fares on public transport; or a material that conducts electricity

This is a common misspelling of 'conflagration', which means a large, destructive fire.

Using or expressed in coarse, abusive, or slanderous language.

A tide just after the first or third quarters of the moon when the difference between high and low tide is least.

The removal or loosening of restrictions on something, typically an economic or political system.

to delay or slow down the progress of something

affected by disease; suffering from illness; sick

small soft fibers that come off cloth, often found in dryers or on clothes

A person who works for payment only, often with little loyalty or principle.

able to be endured; bearable; tolerable

the act of hiding or disguising something by making it blend with its surroundings

a scrape or wearing away of the skin or surface due to friction

To decorate food with small items for added flavor or visual appeal.

a general description or plan showing the essential features of something; the main points

the action or practice of inflicting severe pain on someone as a punishment or to force them to do something

to confront or deal with; to turn toward; to have the front in a particular direction

a sudden quick movement toward something; a period of great activity or demand; hurry

Excessive crowd or packed condition, having more people or vehicles in a place than the approved capacity.

the leader or head of a meeting, committee, or organization

A crescent-shaped figure formed by two intersecting arcs; also means 'moon' in French.

the number equal to 10 hundred or 1,000

a rapid back and forth movement; oscillation

Gracefully tall, slender, and flexible, like a willow tree.

a long weapon with a sharp metal point, used by soldiers on horseback

at or to a point equal in distance between two points

Relating to or showing a difference; involving a distinction.

The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.

Done consciously and intentionally; carefully considered.

to take part in or become involved in an activity

to burst or shatter violently and noisily as a result of rapid combustion or pressure