Business enterprises or undertakings, especially risky ones.

to imagine or picture something in the future; to visualize a possibility or goal

a useful or pleasant facility or feature of a place

likely or expected to happen in the future; potential

Able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities; having many uses or applications.

a route or course along which something travels or progresses

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

The detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, or supplies.

to come into conflict or collision with something or someone.

to continue trying to achieve something despite difficulty or delay

unable to defend oneself or act without help; powerless; vulnerable

To cause someone to take action; done without delay.

The act of temporarily stopping something; also refers to a system in vehicles that absorbs shock.

Done with full awareness of the consequences; deliberate or carefully planned.

The least or smallest amount or quantity possible, attained, or required.

the killing of animals for food; killing in large numbers violently

honestly; openly; in a direct manner

To come between people, groups, or events, often to prevent conflict or improve a situation.

Relating to or characteristic of a colony or colonialism, especially involving the control of one country by another.

Understanding or analyzing something through a comprehensive, integrated whole perspective.

a sudden violent occurrence or outburst; volcanic explosion

extremely good or impressive; not yet resolved or paid

the quality of being regular; occurring at fixed intervals or in a consistent pattern

competition for the same objective or for superiority in the same field; the state of being rivals

a feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness

to take money out of an account; to remove or pull back

to remove completely; to delete or wipe out

existing in thought or as an idea but not having physical or concrete existence; a summary of a text

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.

Something that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or condition

Authority or power given to someone to do something.

To make clothes or fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with needles.

causing weariness or boredom; tedious

A way of protecting oneself against financial loss or other adverse circumstances.

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

A soft food made by boiling oats or other grains in milk or water.

a large wild cat with yellow fur and black spots

to begin a journey, project, or activity

a distinguishing quality or characteristic of a person; an inherited feature

relating to heaven; extremely pleasant or beautiful

Minor actions or initiatives that can collectively make a significant impact.

a small gun that can be held and fired with one hand

Stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.

deviating from what is normal or usual, typically in a way that is undesirable

A foot-operated lever for powering or controlling a mechanism, especially on a bicycle.

side by side and having the same distance continuously between them; similar or corresponding

to limit or restrict someone or something; to force or compel

To forcibly put an end to; to restrain or subdue.

A place where a dead body is buried.

safe to eat; suitable for consumption

causing severe shock, distress, or destruction; extremely damaging or upsetting

covered with soap; having the characteristics of soap; foamy

a living thing that has an organized structure and can grow and reproduce

to begin to exist or to happen

To give approval or support to someone or something; to publicly recommend.

a plant with a round dark red root that is eaten as a vegetable

The speed or pace at which a piece of music or activity is performed.

an attractive or exciting quality that makes certain people or things seem appealing; alluring charm

something that has been achieved successfully

to bring a feeling, memory, or image into the mind

the front part of the human trunk below the ribs, containing the stomach and bowels; abdomen

To give a brief statement of the main points of something

Unusual and attractive because it is from a foreign place or culture.

the action of explaining the meaning of something

A large area of land, property, or possessions owned by someone, often including a big house.

a strong feeling of dislike and lack of respect towards someone or something

conducive to or promoting moral or physical well-being; healthy

Full of good humor and cheerfulness.

Arranged in or extending along a straight line.

Conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.

A military operation in which a place is surrounded to force its surrender.

deeply established; firmly fixed

The ability of a company or product to retain its customers over some specified period.

a structured collection of data stored and accessed electronically

Extremely funny or amusing.

the science that deals with the Earth's physical structure and substances

The subjects comprising a course of study in a school, college, or university.

Property that is or may be inherited; something transmitted by or acquired from a predecessor; cultural traditions and practices that are passed down.

in a confident and brave way; without fear

an organization that does not aim to make a profit, often serving a social or charitable purpose.

used to convey that something is assumed to be true though not known for certain

a conception or belief about something; an idea or opinion

covered in or full of mud; unclear or confused

to close or hit something with great force

quick and energetic; lively; vigorous

The development of industries in a country or region on a wide scale.

the state of relying on or needing someone or something for support; addiction

a fatty substance found in the blood, high levels of which can cause health problems

to make use of something; to be of use or benefit

taking words in their usual or most basic sense without metaphor or exaggeration

in a warm manner; with warmth; cordially; affectionately

a means by which something is released, expressed, or distributed

An official appointed or elected to govern a state, territory, or organization.

a feature that renders something less acceptable; a disadvantage or problem

The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation.

A negative or harmful effect or influence on something.

wood prepared for use in building and carpentry

to cause something unpleasant or painful to be suffered by someone or something

following one after the other in order; consecutive

A line of writing in poetry; a section of a song or poem.

hopeful and confident about the future

public attention or notice given to someone or something; advertising or promotion

a large meal, typically one in celebration of something; an annual religious celebration

reddish-brown coating formed on iron or steel by oxidation; corrosion

mental sharpness and inventiveness; keen intelligence; a natural aptitude for using words in a clever and amusing way

Poisonous or harmful gases that can cause illness or death

Food or lure used to attract fish or animals; to deliberately provoke or annoy.

the action or process of closing something, or the sense of finality or resolution.

Reduce (something, especially something unwanted or unpleasant) to the smallest possible amount or degree.

tiresome because of length or dullness; boring and monotonous

the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for kindness

suffering or death caused by lack of food; extreme hunger

a unit of land area equal to 4,840 square yards (about 4,047 square meters)

not achieving much; not producing good results

To show disapproval by shouting 'boo'; or a sound made to surprise or scare.

Relating to the Celsius temperature scale, where water freezes at 0° and boils at 100°.

The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.

a person who settles in a new area or land

an unmarried man; a person who holds a first degree from a university

the showing of politeness in one's attitude and behavior toward others; a polite gesture or remark

a ceremony typically held shortly after a person's death, usually including burial or cremation