A-Z-39 — Words

To take money from someone by cheating, defrauding, or overcharging them

to move or lift something so that it is no longer smooth; to disorder something, typically by running one's hands through it

To make a soft, muffled crackling sound like that caused by the movement of dry leaves or paper

To sink, subside, or bulge downward under weight or pressure or through lack of strength

A beginner who has little or no experience.

Waste or rough fragments of stone, brick, concrete, etc., especially as the debris from the demolition of buildings

A disturbance or commotion

A person who is likely to be taken advantage of, and who does not get respect

Form or flow with undulating waves on the water's surface.

(especially of a child or animal) play roughly and energetically

(especially of something undesirable or harmful) of common occurrence; widespread

Expensively stylish

Noisy and disorderly

Lacking in order, neatness, and often cleanliness

A lengthy and complicated procedure that is mostly a waste of time (sometimes pronounced rigamarole)

Disreputable or undesirable people

(of a person) having a round, plump appearance

To search unsystematically and untidily through a mass or receptacle

A long story of heroic achievement, especially a medieval prose narrative in Old Norse or Old Icelandic

Relating to the countryside; rural

Strong and healthy; vigorous

To move about or travel aimlessly or unsystematically, especially over a wide area

To deliberately destroy, damage, or obstruct (something), especially for political or military advantage.

Extremely thorough, exhaustive, or accurate

Waste material; refuse or litter

(of ground or terrain) having a broken, rocky, and uneven surface

(of a person's face) having a healthy red color

A tear causing two parts of something to separate

Somewhat indecent and liable to shock, especially by being sexually suggestive.

To wake someone up or make someone more active or excited

To save something from destruction or a bad situation.

Behaving in a way that causes damage.

A small wave resulting in water from displacement or movement.

A spell of rough, energetic play

Referring to someone who is morally upright, virtuous, and consistently acts in a way that is considered good or moral.

Someone who is the main influence or motivator behind a particular action or event, especially a disruptive or controversial one.

Describing something that is low-quality, makeshift, or unimpressive, often used in a dismissive or humorous manner.

Denoting something that exposes someone to risk, often requiring careful consideration or caution before proceeding.

A deep emotional connection often involving passion, desire, and devotion between two people.

Describing actions, gestures, or situations that are intended to convey deep feelings of love, often in a thoughtful or sentimental manner.

Referring to an area, object, or place that feels generous in size and can accommodate many items or people.

Describing a way of doing something that is not straightforward, often involving detours, twists, or delays.

The condition of something that has been destroyed, damaged, or reduced to a state of collapse, often beyond repair.

To destroy or severely damage something, making it unusable or irreparable.

A crack or break in something, such as a pipe or an part of the body.

The act of something breaking, splitting, or bursting open, often in a violent, sudden, or forceful manner.

A ploy or stratagem used to manipulate a situation in one's favor, often by hiding one's true intentions or motives.

Something that is considered to be of divine or religious significance, often regarded with deep respect and reverence.

Often used to describe rules, principles, or values that are considered untouchable or immune from challenge or change.

Someone who is highly knowledgeable and has a profound understanding of life, often imparting teachings or guidance.

Referring to the idea that certain principles or values should be upheld without compromise.

A location where one can find protection, safety, or peace, often from danger or persecution.

Deserving or inviting mockery or laughter due to being absurd or unreasonable; outrageously unreasonable or exaggerated in a way that provokes disbelief.

Describing a tone or remark that is intended to mock, criticize, or convey disdain in a humorous or cutting manner.

Causing great harm, damage, and destruction.

Being in very bad condition, after not being taken care of.

A bully, someone who is violent toward others

To make a low, continuous, heavy rolling sound.

To treat something holy or important without respect.

Being delivered from harm, ruin, or loss