noun, formal - kindness or mercy shown to someone, especially when punishing them
adjective - very silly or stupid; lacking meaning or sense
verb - to separate people or things, especially because of race, sex, or religion; or to keep things apart
noun - the outer edge or boundary of an area, often referring to a secured or guarded zone
noun - the total length of the outer edges of a flat shape
adjective - extremely popular and bought by many people
noun, British English - a small box on a form, screen, or document that can be ticked (checked) or left empty to indicate a choice, selection, or preference
noun, American English - a small box on a form, screen, or document that can be ticked (checked) or left empty to indicate a choice, selection, or preference
adjective - lacking originality, freshness, or significance; overused and uninteresting
verb - to stimulate or increase interest, appetite, or desire
noun, technical - a substance used to fill gaps, spaces, or irregularities in a surface, material, or structure, often to create a smooth or even finish
adjective - easily bent, shaped, or manipulated without breaking; soft and pliable in texture
adjective - (of a body) able to bend or move easily; physically flexible
noun - cruel, bitter, harsh, and highly critical language or remarks