a sore on the skin or a mucous membrane that does not heal easily

to forbid something by law or authority

Essential skill or ability that cannot be done without; a crucial capability that is absolutely necessary.

a sudden, sharp pain or an emotional pang

total, complete, or without restriction

a microscopic organism, especially one that causes disease

a keyboard musical instrument similar to an organ, using air to produce sound

A bundle of fibers in the body that transmits signals between the brain and other parts; also courage or audacity.

In existence; present; current.

peaceful; inclined to avoid conflict

existing only in myths or legends; imaginary or fictitious

To feel or express great loathing or hatred for something.

to bruise by striking or hitting

A sheet of paper folded once to form two leaves (four pages) of a book; also a term for a large book or manuscript.

A natural tendency or urge to act or feel in a particular way.

to formally accuse someone of committing a serious crime

The principal sail set on the foremast of a sailing vessel.

Unpleasant or offensive; causing discomfort or annoyance.

A long journey or wandering, especially on foot.

To rise, increase, or become active again after a decline.

Formal discussions where different viewpoints are presented and argued.

A member of a gang that ambushes and robs people in forests or mountains; a bandit.

A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.

a person who insists on a certain quality or standard of behavior

Of only average quality; not very good.

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 dominate or engross the mind of someone to the exclusion of other thoughts.

a person without professional or specialized knowledge in a particular subject

an instrument for finding direction with a magnetic needle pointing to magnetic north

clothing, especially fine or formal wear

the act of overseeing, supervising, or managing

To draw out a response, answer, or reaction from someone.

to make small adjustments; to fine-tune something

to formally renounce or give up a belief, cause, or claim

to give a name or label to something; to add a soundtrack to a film or recording

Empty of people; abandoned.

to direct a weapon, object, or effort at a target; to intend or plan

A word or phrase expressing affection or love.

A device consisting of two flexible strips of metal or plastic with interlocking projections closed or opened by pulling a slide along them.

having a physical or mental condition that limits movements, senses, or activities

A type of lawyer in certain legal systems who specializes in courtroom advocacy and litigation.

a large room used for formal or public events, or a private room.

Widely known and praised; famous for an achievement.

the crime of making fake documents, money, or artworks

A natural disposition to be combative or aggressive.

Patronage, support, or guidance, often used in the phrase 'under the auspices of'.

Sexually offensive, obscene, or vulgar.

Capable of causing disease.

A person or thing that precipitates an event or change.

With the mouth wide open in surprise or wonder.

The natural environment where an organism lives and meets its needs.

having no particular interest or concern; not caring one way or another

to entice or attract someone to do something, often something wrong or unwise

A framework, prototype, or simulation used to represent or understand a system or process.

the ability to grasp the meaning, significance, or nature of something

worn out; in poor condition; showing signs of wear; unfair or mean

Showing willingness to allow the existence of opinions or behaviors that one dislikes or disagrees with.

Courage, boldness, or daring behavior; also physical robustness.

a medical professional who treats teeth and oral health

to stare with mouth wide open; to be wide open

Serving as a sign or expression of something; in grammar, a mood used to make factual statements.

a line or outline that gradually deviates from being straight; a bend or turn in a road or path

the activity or sport of moving through water using the limbs

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

A narrow channel or ravine worn away by water.

becoming known, developing, or starting to exist

Relating to or affected by psychopathy; showing chronic mental disorder with abnormal or violent behavior.

suffering from illness or poor health; experiencing problems or decline

to occur in turn repeatedly; to take turns; also, a substitute or replacement

a person who does unskilled physical work for wages

Time long past; bygone days.

an adventurous, exciting, or reckless act

A meeting of an official body, especially a legislature, council, or court of law, to conduct its business.

to influence or make a difference to something

The process by which a company gains exclusive control over a commercial activity.

a person who teaches students in a school or other educational institution

A person who is killed because of their religious or political beliefs

to drink something heartily or in large gulps, especially an alcoholic drink

a covered chair or bed carried on poles by bearers

to recover health and strength after illness or medical treatment

without being aware of one's actions or surroundings

something given in recognition of service, effort, or achievement

A wish or inclination not strong enough to lead to action.

a tropical bird with a curved beak and often brightly colored feathers that can be taught to speak

relating to the outside part or surface of something; outer

The practice of growing crops in vertically stacked layers, often incorporating controlled-environment agriculture.

Complicated, difficult to solve or full of knots.

The quality of being honest and straightforward; directness.

Giving a wide view of an extensive area in all directions.

a defensive wall of a castle or fort

not having much value, significance, or influence

loving; caring; tender; showing affection

not present at a place or event

unnecessary worry or bother about something; agitated excitement over a trivial matter

A fundamental subatomic particle that combines to form protons and neutrons.

Harmful or poisonous substances released into the environment, especially the atmosphere.

a person whose job is printing books, newspapers, or other materials; a machine that prints documents

An indirect reference to something without mentioning it explicitly.

the sensation produced when food touches the tongue; personal preference or liking

a portion of something; a part or portion of a larger amount

the study of the physical features of the earth's surface

situated, occurring, or used inside a building

Practicing strict self-denial and abstaining from worldly pleasures, often for religious reasons.

The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.

to write your name on something to show agreement or approval; to make a gesture with meaning

a small room serving as an entry to a larger one

having no connection or relationship; not connected by family ties

A unit of length in the metric system equal to 100 centimeters; also, a device that measures quantity such as electricity or gas.

the invisible gaseous substance surrounding the earth; a mixture mainly of oxygen and nitrogen

a play of lustrous, changing colors like those of a rainbow

a person who gives advice, especially in a professional or official role

a small drum with metal discs around the edge that jingle when shaken or hit

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

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

showing or giving advantage to one over others

a marriage ceremony, especially considered as including the associated celebrations

a story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, often moral or political

able to spread or be spread through a medium

Unauthorized entry into a system or place without permission

The process of establishing the truth, accuracy, or validity of something.

The path followed by a projectile flying or an object moving under the action of given forces.