a trace or remnant of something that is disappearing or no longer exists

The seven most remarkable and famous structures in the world, representing architectural feats and cultural significance.

The practice of spying or using spies to gather secret information, usually for political or military purposes.

to attack violently, either physically or with words

To remove or reduce the magnetic properties of something.

A technique that uses real-time displays of brain activity to teach self-regulation of brain function.

Connected with the sea, especially in relation to seafaring commercial or military activity.

Not restrained or restricted; free in behavior or expression.

a donkey; a small domesticated animal of the horse family

not likely to happen; improbable

Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions; peaceful.

to walk by dragging one's feet along or without lifting them fully; to mix or rearrange

Presenting some framework or concept briefly

The standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind; the degree of excellence of something.

Mutually opposed or inconsistent; containing elements that oppose each other.

a peculiar behavioral habit; an unexpected turn or twist

An angelic being associated with light and purity, often depicted as a high-ranking angel in Christian theology.

referring to two people or things together

a person's general attitude or view; a forecast or prospect

a countless or extremely great number

the state of existing before something else

To officially declare a dead person a saint; to regard as great or significant.

in the form of a cross; diagonally across

to talk at length in a foolish or inconsequential way

existing only in imagination; not real; fictional

a cascade of water falling from a height, formed when a river or stream flows over a precipice or steep incline

A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used.

Small mesh tubes used to treat narrow or blocked arteries.

Actions or strategies designed to resolve a difficulty or improve a situation; programs or projects.

a sticky substance used for sticking objects or materials together; an adhesive

a very small part or amount

to feed a baby or young animal with milk from the breast or udder

A person who makes or sells wine.

dutiful; obedient and respectful

Having different colors, especially in irregular patches or streaks.

A set of principles concerned with the nature and appreciation of beauty, especially in art and design.

Required or expected to justify actions or decisions; responsible.

pleasant and friendly because of having similar interests or qualities

magnificent; excellent; very impressive

the art or practice of engaging in controversial debate or dispute

a distinct part or subdivision of something larger

causing great surprise or wonder; astonishing

giving or providing useful information; educational; instructive

mainly; primarily

a humorous or playful person; someone who enjoys joking around

an evaluation or assessment, usually numerical

To have a role or function in a situation; to contribute to something.

Of great significance or value; likely to have a profound effect on success, survival, or well-being.

a clumsy, stupid, or insensitive person

paralysis, especially that which is accompanied by involuntary tremors; loss of muscle control

A type of bird; or to complain or grumble persistently.

calm and sensible; showing good judgment.

feeling exhausted; in need of sleep or rest

An illness, typically a minor one.

A person who is studying or has expert knowledge of one or more of the natural or physical sciences.

the pointed end of a pen used for writing or drawing

fear or hatred of foreigners, people from different cultures, or strangers

a short knife with a pointed blade used as a weapon

To remove unwanted feelings, people, or things; to cleanse or purify.

a female deer, especially an adult one

to reduce to a lower rank or position

A public fight or noisy disturbance that causes alarm.

Slightly sour or acidic in taste or nature.

Not finished, lacking some parts or not whole.

easily perceived or understood; clear and apparent to the mind

in a regular and continuous way; without stopping or changing

A feeling of boredom, listlessness, or dissatisfaction arising from lack of excitement.

without imagination or creativity; plain or ordinary

A particular way of carrying out a task, especially with skill.

Relating to marriage or the relationship between husband and wife.

a device or enclosure designed to catch and retain animals, or a situation from which it is difficult to escape

A process or service that works without any interruption.

The simultaneous occurrence of events or actions.

Drawing in a liquid, air, or other substance through the mouth or a tube by creating a vacuum; also used figuratively for something unpleasant or ineffective

a strong urge or drive to act; the act of impelling

a long weapon with a sharp metal point, used by soldiers on horseback

used to specify a noun as something already mentioned or known

To refrain from doing something; to show patience or self-control.

a person not in the armed forces or police

in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances; therefore; consequently

a person whose job is to investigate and solve crimes

a long, legless reptile that moves by sliding along the ground

showing signs of future success or potential

of little importance; trivial; insignificant

to increase something as much as possible

laws considered collectively, or the act of making laws

Not producing any or the desired effect; lacking the ability or qualities to achieve a purpose.

excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements; the quality of being worthless or pointless

writing or drawings scribbled, scratched, or sprayed illicitly on a wall or other surface in a public place

a means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity; something that hides the truth

a long thin creature with many legs that lives in dark places

consisting of vapor; vague or insubstantial

A state of disorder or untidiness.

matter that settles to the bottom of a liquid; particles deposited by water or wind

the line where the earth seems to meet the sky; the limit of one's knowledge, experience, or interest

in a way that shows pride or satisfaction; with a sense of honor or achievement

A liquid that is applied to wood or other materials to form a hard, shiny surface; also to apply such a liquid.

restricted to a particular person, group, or area; not shared with others

to lessen or restrain; to diminish the force or intensity of something

The trapping of the sun's warmth in a planet's lower atmosphere due to the greater transparency of the atmosphere to visible radiation from the sun than to infrared radiation emitted from the planet's surface.

Used to introduce the second point in a list of arguments or ideas.

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

Deceitfulness or double-dealing; dishonesty.

on or to a lower floor of a building

relating to or consisting of runes; mysterious or magical

Not worried or disturbed by something; calm and composed.

A word opposite in meaning to another.

a specific area of a country, city, or town, often with official boundaries

Communication using body language, facial expressions, or gestures instead of words

a person who skillfully throws and catches objects as entertainment

slightly fat in a way that looks healthy and pleasant

to assert ownership; to state as fact

The fact or condition of being widespread; the extent to which something exists or occurs

The state of being complex; intricacy.

to take control of something or someone by force

the arrangement or use of light in a place; the act of providing light

a raised platform or area for performances or presentations

Relating to the order or position of something in a sequence (first, second, third, etc.).

An estimate of income and expenditure for a set period of time; to plan expenses and income.

a person who follows the religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ

in or to a foreign country across the sea