Words List

A person whose occupation or function involves delivering sermons or speeches, especially those focused on the teachings of the gospel.

Characterized by enchantment or wonder, as if created by magic.

The act of estimating or judging the nature or value of something or someone.

A driving force or stimulus that encourages or initiates a specific action or development.

The original text of an author's work, written by hand or, more commonly nowadays, typed, and then submitted to a publisher.

To complete all the details and put something into its final form.

A tropical climbing orchid, specifically V. planifolia, that produces podlike fruit. The extract from this fruit is used to flavor food and in perfumery.

Likely to happen very soon; about to occur.

Not real; existing only in the imagination or fancy.

The condition or state of being able to be seen or observed.

A small, polished, flat surface, typically in the shape of a polygon, such as one of the surfaces of a cut gem.

To establish, either in writing or verbally, a rule or a set of actions to be followed; to appoint, ordain, or command.

A person who flees to another country seeking safety or shelter, especially during times of political unrest, war, or similar upheavals.

A careful and thorough examination or investigation; a close and detailed inquiry.

Having a healthy and clear mind; free from mental derangement.

Conforming to the approved form of any doctrine, philosophy, ideology, or tradition.

Something that becomes a part of a mixture; for example, flour, eggs, and sugar are essential ingredients in making a cake.

A military expedition carried out by Christians of Europe during the 11th, 12th, and 13th centuries to reclaim the Holy Land from Muslims.

A young child who is in the process of learning to walk, typically characterized by unsteady and wobbly movements.

A person chosen to make decisions about the plays in a game.

To force or drive someone to take a particular action.

A device in a loom used to pass or shoot the weft thread through the shed from one side of the web to the other. It typically consists of a boat-shaped piece of wood containing a bobbin on which the weft thread is wound.

Inclined to see the positive side of events or conditions and anticipate the most favorable outcome.

A bag, often made of canvas or nylon, designed to be carried on one's back. It may sometimes have a lightweight metal frame for support, strapped to the body.

Displaying or expressing sarcasm, characterized by mocking or ironic remarks intended to convey contempt or ridicule.

Wise or judicious in practical affairs; discreet or circumspect; sagacious; sober.

Not in technical use as a medical diagnosis; lacking sanity; not of sound mind; mentally deranged.

Discarded animal and vegetable matter, as from a kitchen; refuse.

The act of revealing or disclosing; disclosure.

To impose a penalty, such as pain, loss, confinement, or death, as a consequence for committing an offense, transgression, or fault.