the inability to decide between different opinions or actions; indecision

To tie, fasten, or hold together securely.

A general law, rule, principle, or collection of sacred books accepted as genuine.

Danger of loss, harm, or failure.

able to spread or be spread through a medium

To designate or treat something as more important than other things

to officially remove a priest or minister from their position and authority

a domestic farm animal with a short curly tail and a flat nose

fulfillment of one's wishes, expectations, or needs

A witty remark; to make a witty or clever comment.

Relating to relationships or communication between people.

relating to Italy, its people, or its language; a person from Italy

to struggle or wrestle with something, often a problem or opponent

pleasant; enjoyable; delightful; willing to agree

Something difficult or impossible to estimate, assess, or understand

in a literal manner or sense; exactly

a city or town that has its own local government

having many branches.

To support, maintain, or keep something going over time.

A diet consisting of the proper quantities and proportions of foods needed to maintain health or growth.

giving a warning or prediction about something, especially something unpleasant

Following a temporary trend or fashion

an older woman acting as a governess or chaperone, especially in Spanish families

a male member of a royal family, especially the son of a king or queen; a ruler of a principality

to make smooth and shiny by rubbing; to improve or refine

in a blunt, abrupt, or rude manner

a large African and Arabian primate with a dog-like snout and colorful buttocks

attractive; interesting; pleasing

The latest time or date by which something should be completed.

at the level of a whole nation; in a way that involves or affects an entire country

a place, person, or thing from which something originates; the origin of information

relaxed and unconcerned; happening by chance; informal

the quality of being humble and not boastful about achievements

The action of getting rid of something unwanted or unpleasant.

a boisterous or tomboyish girl

a cunning act intended to deceive; a skillful action performed for entertainment

failure or refusal to obey rules, laws, or authority

an imitation of a particular style for comic effect; a humorous exaggerated copy

A person or organization that hires and pays people to work.

To acknowledge a significant or happy day or event with a social gathering or enjoyable activity.

A system of symbols or signs used to represent information, especially in mathematics or music.

at all times; on all occasions; forever

A heavy, sturdy shoe, often made of leather.

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

to spread or branch out into divisions or subdivisions.

intensely passionate or fervent

a device used to connect or block an opening

a large rodent with defensive spines or quills on its body

A high-level conference focused on addressing future challenges and opportunities.

a bright purplish-red color

causing trouble, difficulties, or discomfort; awkward; troublesome

an alternative spelling of eyrie; a nest of a bird of prey

a kitchen utensil with a flat, flexible blade used for mixing, spreading, or lifting food

The fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility.

A minor weakness or eccentricity in someone's character.

to make a loud, high-pitched cry

a female royal family member, especially the daughter of a king or queen; a woman regarded as noble, cherished, or elegant

leadership or dominance, especially by one state or group over others

a group of people working together towards a common goal

A permanent unit of an army, typically commanded by a colonel and divided into several companies.

to eat a meal, especially the main meal of the day

sometimes; from time to time; not regularly

lying stretched out on the ground with one's face downward, often as a sign of submission or exhaustion

Optimistic or positive, especially in a difficult situation.

a tool with a broad flat blade and long handle used for digging and moving earth, snow, or other materials

A basic structure underlying a system, concept, or text; an essential supporting structure.

An object kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event.

extremely dry, especially because of heat or thirst

To formally withdraw from a political or organizational union.

a sport in which two teams of eleven players each try to score goals by kicking a ball into the opposing goal

Not or no longer needed or useful; superfluous.

to be exceptionally good at or proficient in an activity or subject

the part of the leg between the hip and the knee

to wave or swing something about wildly; to thrash about

to communicate by exchanging letters or messages

in some way; for some reason that is not clear

The process of ecological change in which one community of organisms is gradually replaced by another.

Extremely important; at a point of crisis or urgency.

having or showing a rational, modern outlook; having spiritual knowledge or understanding

To suddenly spring back in fear, horror, or from force such as a gun's kickback.

A person who takes up an art, activity, or subject merely for amusement, especially in a superficial way.

to come together or assemble, especially for a meeting or formal gathering

to put or place something into something else

Occurring, operating, or done at the same time.

a small round piece of medicine to be swallowed

abstaining from marriage and sexual relations; a person who does so

the opening at the end of the digestive tract through which waste leaves the body

Slightly salty, often describing water that is a mix of fresh and seawater.

The act of stopping or ceasing; a halt in operation or activity

a fragrant white flower native to South Asia, scientifically known as Mimusops elengi

to pierce or wound with a pointed weapon or object

to depict or describe something vividly in words or art.

The act of producing more of something than is needed or can be consumed.

A picture or description that exaggerates certain features for comic or satirical effect.

A fight between armed forces or a struggle to achieve or resist something.

in a truthful, sincere, or fair way

Showing inventiveness and skill; clever, original, and inventive.

to a greater extent than is needed; without necessity

Brief and clearly expressed without unnecessary details.

directed back on itself; showing deep thought about oneself

Websites and applications that enable users to create and share content or to participate in social networking.

To make someone weaker or less effective; to deprive of strength or vigor.

having bright colors; full of variety or interest

Demanding absolute obedience to authority; excessively controlling or strict in governance.

a woman who works in business, especially one who owns or manages a company

deliberate destruction of equipment or disruption of activities

to pay attention to; to take notice of

A formal legal agreement, contract, or document, often relating to work or service.

a container or holder designed to keep pens, pencils, and other writing instruments organized

The metabolic process by which the liver produces ketones from fatty acids, providing an alternative energy source during low carbohydrate availability.

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.

a large black bird known for its intelligence and harsh call

to confuse or make unclear; to cover with fog or mist

Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial.

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

An exclamation used to express a sudden discovery or realization.

the part of the face above the eyes; forehead

a bright red-orange color; a pigment of this color

Of little or no value; worthless or insignificant.

To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.

the small, precise, or trivial details of something