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

Pressed closely against or fitting closely to something.

Approval or commendation; a positive judgment or favorable opinion.

An arachnid is a wingless, carnivorous arthropod belonging to the class Arachnida. This class includes spiders, scorpions, mites, ticks, and daddy-longlegs. Arachnids have a body divided into two parts—the cephalothorax and the abdomen—and are characterized by eight appendages and the absence of antennae. Compare with insects.

A continuous segment of the circumference of a circle or any other curved line.

A specialist in archaeology, the scientific study of prehistoric peoples and their cultures through the analysis of artifacts, inscriptions, monuments, and other archaeological remains.

In theology, an archangel refers to a chief or principal angel, specifically one of the nine orders of celestial attendants on God in medieval angelology.

A primary adversary or chief enemy.

The art, practice, or skill of an archer.

Having the appearance or form of an arch.

Intense warmth of emotion or passion; a strong and fervent enthusiasm or eagerness.

Requiring significant effort and hard work; laborious and challenging.

Arete is a noun that refers to the aggregate of qualities, such as valor and virtue, that together make up good character. It is often used to describe the exceptional moral and personal excellence found in individuals who demonstrate extraordinary qualities.

Aria is a noun referring to a beautiful and expressive melody or air.

To make something aromatic or fragrant.

In law, arraignment refers to the formal process of bringing someone before a criminal court. During this proceeding, the individual is informed of the charges against them and is given the opportunity to respond to the indictment.

Honest and straightforward, without deceit, cunning, or craftiness; characterized by innocence or simplicity, like an artless child.

A fibrous mineral, either amphibole or chrysotile, formerly used for making incombustible or fireproof articles in the field of mineralogy.

To determine or find out something with certainty or assurance; to discover the facts or truth.

Toward or in the direction of the sea; seaward.

Free from the living germs of disease, fermentation, or putrefaction.

Feeling shame; distressed or embarrassed due to feelings of guilt, foolishness, or disgrace.

In or into a state of sleep; quickly falling into the condition of being asleep.

Harshness or sharpness in tone, temper, or manner; severity; acrimony.

A damaging or derogatory remark or criticism; slander.

A person who has a strong desire or ambition to achieve something, such as a career, advancement, or status.

A strong desire, longing, or aim; ambition.

A murderer, particularly one who kills a politically prominent person due to fanaticism or for monetary motives.

A valuable and beneficial thing or quality; for example, organizational ability is considered an asset.

The act of helping, aiding, or providing support.