Words List

The state or character of being biased or showing favoritism.

A loud and prolonged ringing of bells.

Phonology is the study of how speech sounds are organized and patterned in a language, along with the unspoken rules that dictate pronunciation.

An instrument that simultaneously receives and records variations in certain body activities.

A teacher or instructor who guides and imparts knowledge; a tutor.

A tendency to think favorably of something in particular; partiality; preference.

A sacred song or hymn.

The outer edge, border, margin, or brink of something, especially of a circular object.

A small or stunted animal compared to others of its kind.

A dishonest and dishonorable person; a villain.

A rough or vigorous struggle.

A recreational device where two children take turns going up and down while seated at opposite ends of a plank balanced in the middle.

The outward aspect or appearance of something.

A simple and roughly constructed hut, cabin, or house.

A quicker or more direct way to reach a destination or achieve a goal.

A close friend or companion, often accompanying or assisting another person, especially someone seen as more important or dominant.

A densely populated and dilapidated area in a city, typically characterized by poor living conditions.

The state of being solicitous; anxiety or concern.

A piece of solid food, such as bread, used for dipping into liquid food.

A sudden and abnormal involuntary contraction of muscles, characterized by either a sustained muscular contraction (tonic spasm) or a series of alternating muscular contractions and relaxations (clonic spasm). This can occur due to various factors, particularly in the context of pathology.

A tall, sharply pointed structure resembling a pyramid, typically found on top of a tower or roof.

A horse, particularly one that is spirited or high-spirited.

A plan, scheme, or trick designed to surprise or deceive an enemy.

A small piece of cloth or other material used as a sample.

The quality of being tenacious, or of holding fast; persistence.

Sluggish inactivity or inertia.

In anatomy and zoology, the trachea is the tube found in humans and other air-breathing vertebrates. It extends from the larynx to the bronchi and serves as the main passage for the flow of air to and from the lungs. Essentially, it is the windpipe.

A person who deceives, cheats, or engages in fraudulent activities.

The act of guarding, protecting, or guiding; the office or function of a guardian; guardianship.

A sudden and sharp pain; for instance, on damp days, he's often bothered by a twinge of rheumatism.