v. to form ideas or theories about something without firm evidence.

adj. relating to the earth or land.

v. to make something stronger or more intense.

n. a state of violent chaos and disorder.

v. to reduce to fine particles by crushing.

v. to twist or coil together.

n. a thickened and hardened part of skin.

n. the act of taking someone's property by authority.

n. a building for observing astronomical events.