an abnormal mass of tissue caused by excessive cell growth

abundant; existing in large quantity

An attempt to achieve a goal; a serious determined effort.

fond of talking; speaking freely and at length

Competency or skill; expertise.

lack of knowledge or information; the state of being uninformed about something

clearly noticeable; distinct; obvious

Without injury; not physically harmed.

failure to fulfill an obligation, especially to repay a loan

sufficient or acceptable in quality or quantity

to come into existence; to begin; to create or produce

to disappear suddenly; to become invisible

ancient; basic; crude; undeveloped; simple

a written message, typically in a business setting

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

A range of frequencies within a given band, in particular that used for transmitting a signal; the maximum amount of data that can be transmitted in a fixed amount of time.

Including a wide variety; all-embracing; relating to the Roman Catholic Church.

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

To extend over and cover partly; an area where things coincide.

The smallest unit of a chemical compound that retains its chemical properties.

a person who takes part in a protest or demonstration

very careful in choosing; selective

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

a close connection joining two or more people; a certificate of debt issued by a government or corporation

The use of borrowed capital or resources to increase the potential return of an investment; using something to maximum advantage.

in a gentle or quiet way.

to move something, especially a plant or organ, from one place to another

having a full, rounded shape; pleasantly fat

to move slowly, especially by air or water currents

the country where one was born or has citizenship; homeland

not yet developed; immature or primitive

in a strange or unusual way; in a manner that is distinctive or characteristic

a painted cloth or other structure used behind a stage

a question or inquiry; a request for information

smaller in amount; of lower importance; inferior

unconventional and slightly strange in behavior or appearance

Regular behaviors or actions that are done consistently over time, specifically referring to a set of seven key practices.

Shockingly bad or excessive; very unusual or amusing.

to locate or identify something with precision

to use offensive language; to promise solemnly; to take an oath

A raw material or primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold.

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

behavior that causes pain or suffering to others; the quality of being cruel

a person or company that provides goods or services

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.

to handle or control skillfully; to influence someone in a clever way

a senior member of the Christian clergy, usually in charge of a diocese and empowered to confer holy orders.

in a strange or unusual way; unexpectedly

a sum of money or something valuable given to someone to persuade them to do something dishonest or illegal

a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view; the art of representing three-dimensional objects

The action of building a bridge over something; connecting or reducing the distance between two things.

dearly loved, highly regarded

to represent or stand for something else

located in a particular place or position

not beneficial or advantageous; showing disapproval or opposition

a group of people or things arranged in a sequence

A terrible fate, destruction, or unavoidable bad outcome.

An artificial object which has been intentionally placed into orbit around a celestial body.

To feed on grass; to touch or scrape lightly while passing.

to prevent from accomplishing; to make someone feel annoyed

A person or organization that helps to organize or finance an event, business, or product launch.

a soft, luxurious fabric with a thick, short pile on one side

evil or morally wrong; intended to or capable of harming someone or something

causing difficulty or annoyance; problematic

Decentralized digital currency operated using blockchain technology.

in a way that achieves maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense

higher in rank, quality, or importance; better than average

physical strength and good health; effort, energy, and enthusiasm

a remarkable occurrence of events or circumstances without apparent causal connection; chance happening

to break or go against a rule or law; to disrespect

the action of shooting a gun, camera, or similar device

a person who creates or designs something new, especially a device, method, or process

The process of adapting something to modern needs or habits.

Scattered pieces of waste or remains.

meat cooked by dry heat in an oven or over fire

a word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language

the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests or strangers

the arrangement or design of something, especially the arrangement of elements in a book, webpage, or room

public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy

having high moral standards; righteous; morally excellent

A person who counts and manages money at a bank; a person who tells or relates something

the act of making something start functioning

to manage or control the running of; to give or apply medicine or treatment

To discuss something formally in order to reach an agreement.

the act of carrying out a plan, order, or legal sentence

Relating to or forming part of a structure.

Changes or additions made to improve a text, law, or constitution.

edible seeds of leguminous plants such as lentils, beans, and peas

a feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness

a careful examination of something, especially to check that it is correct or safe

The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.

the consequences or aftereffects of an event or situation, especially a disastrous one

Empty of people; abandoned.

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

Relating to flowers or decorated with flowers.

anger and disappointment at being treated unfairly; resentment; a sharp, unpleasant taste

Rainfall made acidic by atmospheric pollution, especially from industrial emissions.

an activity involving the making of decorative domestic or other objects with the hands; handmade artistic work

To sleep lightly for a short time.

a tool with a flat blade for digging; a playing card suit

arranged into categories; officially secret or restricted

a prediction or estimate of future events, especially coming weather conditions

not sharp; direct and straightforward in speech

Captions displayed at the bottom of a movie or television screen that translate or transcribe the dialogue or narrative.

A violent tropical storm with very strong winds and heavy rain.

in a way that relates to economics or is efficient and not wasteful.

an unoccupied position or job; an empty space or room

stimulating careful consideration or thought

to refuse to buy, use, or participate in something as a protest

to touch someone or something gently, often to show affection or approval

involving comparison between two or more things; relative

a woman who rents out land, a building, or accommodation; a female property owner

the state of being worthy of honor or respect; composure and self-respect

To include comprehensively; to surround or encircle.

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

an action taken in advance to prevent something dangerous or unpleasant from happening

the state of being complete and without flaws; the highest degree of excellence

to make something lighter or more colorful; to improve mood or make happier

a piece of land that is almost completely surrounded by water but connected to the mainland

causing great excitement or shock; extremely impressive

aromatic herb with feathery leaves used for flavoring food; also refers to the seeds used as spice