the desire to do something wrong or unwise; an urge to have or do something

to loosen or remove a knot or binding; to release something that is tied

a limit, boundary, or measurable factor that defines or determines something

feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others who are suffering

The process of creating a believable character in fiction by giving the character depth and personality.

extremely large or great; huge

Of vital importance; crucial; giving or expressing a command.

To be filled with wonder or astonishment.

a wild animal of Africa and Asia that looks like a dog and makes a sound like laughter

To gain or obtain something, especially knowledge or skills, through effort or experience.

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.

to break suddenly; to speak angrily; to take a photograph quickly

A tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe the worst will happen.

a person whose religion is Judaism or who is of Jewish descent

a feeling of deep distress caused by loss or disappointment

A collection of work or samples demonstrating skills and expertise.

to say or do something to remove someone's doubts or fears

An official count or survey of a population, typically recording various details of individuals.

very careful in choosing; selective

a long, thin strand of cotton, nylon, or other fibers used for sewing

in a confident and brave way; without fear

To come forth, appear, or arise from something

the action of coming to rest on the ground or another surface; a level area at the top of a staircase

The action or manner of governing and controlling a state or organization.

based on untested ideas or techniques; relating to experiments or testing

a soft mixture applied to walls or used to cover wounds; or to cover or coat with plaster

Of little value or importance.

friendly and enjoys being with other people; outgoing

A period of isolation to prevent the spread of disease.

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

the act of supporting an event, activity, person, or organization financially or through other resources

in a way that shows unwillingness to work or use energy; sluggishly

a person who uses violence or threats to intimidate or coerce, especially for political purposes

a person who supports or believes in the principles of communism

Extremely thorough and demanding in analysis or practice.

winding in a continuous curve; helical

An expression of opinions or explanations about an event, situation, or text.

Designed or produced in a way that causes minimal harm to the environment, often using sustainable materials and processes that reduce ecological impact.

a large flightless bird native to Africa with long legs and neck

To move with large strides or jumps; also refers to being tied, limited, or certain.

a thread or filament from which a textile is formed; dietary substance from plants that aids digestion

to have power or control over something or someone

a person or company that agrees to provide materials or labor to perform a service or do a job

having a mistake or fault that reduces its value or quality

heaven; a place or state of perfect happiness; an ideal or perfect place

an inherent mental or physical ability; a division of a university

relating to quantity or amount; expressed in terms of numbers or measurements

Rules or directives made and maintained by an authority.

to sew with needle and thread; to join pieces of fabric

Great mental or physical suffering; extreme unhappiness or distress

not affected by alcohol; serious and thoughtful; moderate

a complete list of items, typically arranged systematically

To expose or make vulnerable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute.

covered with sand; containing sand; having the texture of sand

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

deliberately cruel or violent; having a savage nature

a mixture of flour, water, and other ingredients used to make bread or pastries

A flat surface or platform, often on a ship or building.

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

without a doubt, certainly

every hour; happening or done each hour; continuously

A mythical sea creature with the head and torso of a woman and the tail of a fish

a tropical fruit with sweet pink or white flesh and small seeds

in a general or wide manner.

the act of intentionally killing oneself

A notice or announcement, especially an official one.

relating to Iraq or its people

To move from one region or habitat to another, especially regularly according to the seasons or for work.

Leafy vegetables such as spinach, lettuce, and cabbage

to breathe out air from the lungs

an official procedure or system of rules

a drug or other form of medicine used to treat or prevent disease

to take in or soak up a liquid, energy, or information

Remaining green and functional throughout the year; not shedding leaves seasonally.

to weave together strands of hair or material

to arouse curiosity or interest; to make someone fascinated

Arranged in the order in which events happened.

A pleasing combination of different elements or a state of peaceful coexistence.

preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience

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

Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.

The ability to speak or write a language smoothly and effortlessly.

to state or describe something clearly and exactly

causing damage; harmful

to be disloyal to; to reveal secrets

a skilled craftsperson who makes things by hand

An activity done in addition to one's main job or area of work.

A false appearance or claim; an act of pretending.

not allowed; prohibited; banned

An association of people or groups united for a common purpose; also a unit of distance (old use).

The process of creating a habit through regular practice and repetition.

Expected or predicted to happen; foreseen in advance.

A trick that is intended to be funny but not harmful.

to some extent; not completely; incompletely

The expression of an unfavorable opinion or judgment

sweets, candies, and other food items made with sugar

to position strategically; to use effectively

in a way that follows rules or limits completely

close to the actual but not exact; to estimate or calculate roughly

a person undergoing training for a particular job or profession; a novice learner

naked; uncovered; empty; minimal

to comfort someone who is sad or disappointed; to provide solace

serving as a final or most authoritative form; conclusive and decisive

not providing help or support; making a situation harder rather than easier

having an acid taste like lemon or vinegar; unpleasant or disagreeable

An alphabetical list of names, subjects, etc. with references to the places where they occur, typically found at the end of a book; a sign or measure of something.

spoken rather than written; relating to the mouth

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.

Such memory that remains stored in the brain for a long time

visual images, designs, or drawings used to convey information or artistic expression

to bet money on games of chance; to take a risky action

to diminish gradually and come to an end; to fade or dwindle away

A pleasant, distinctive smell.

not included; left out; barred from participation

The ability to concentrate deeply on a specific task or thought; mental concentration and attention.

not seen or observed; ignored

a system for detecting the presence, direction, distance of aircraft, ships by sending out radio waves

Nutrient-dense foods that are particularly beneficial for health and well-being.

the process of transporting goods

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