Definition: In a way that is gentle, controlled, or not wild; showing calmness or obedience.

Example: The dog behaved tamely during the training session.

Definition: In a way that can be perceived by the senses or is clear and definite.

Example: The benefits of the new policy were tangibly felt by all employees.

Definition: Having a darker skin color due to exposure to sunlight or artificial light.

Example: After spending the summer at the beach, she returned home with a beautiful tanned complexion.

Definition: To make the skin darker, usually by exposure to sunlight or artificial light.

Example: After spending a week at the beach, she returned home with a beautifully tanned skin.

Definition: Something that is very appealing or attractive, making you want it, but is difficult to obtain.

Example: The tantalizing aroma of freshly baked cookies filled the kitchen.

Definition: To tease or torment someone by showing something desirable but keeping it out of reach.

Example: The aroma of the freshly baked cookies was tantalizing, making it hard to resist them.

Definition: A condition where a person feels an uncontrollable need to dance, often thought to be caused by a spider bite, especially noted in southern Italy during the 15th to 17th centuries.

Example: During the festival, some people experienced tarantism and danced wildly in the streets.

Definition: Describing something that mocks or challenges someone in a teasing way.

Example: The taunting remarks from his classmates made him feel very upset.

Definition: To make fun of someone in a mocking or insulting way.

Example: The children were taunting each other during the game.

Definition: In a way that mocks or teases someone, often in a hurtful or scornful manner.

Example: She spoke tauntingly, making fun of his mistakes.

Definition: The state of being stretched tight or firm without any slack.

Example: The tautness of the rope ensured that the tent remained stable in the wind.

Definition: To become damaged or separated into pieces, often due to force or strain.

Example: The paper began to tear when I pulled it too hard.

Definition: A drop of clear salty liquid that comes from the eyes, often when someone is sad or in pain.

Example: She wiped a tear from her cheek after watching the sad movie.

Definition: To pull something apart or into pieces with force, often resulting in damage or destruction.

Example: She accidentally tore the paper while wrapping the gift.

Definition: A small drop of clear liquid that comes from the eye when someone is sad or emotional, or an object that is shaped like this drop.

Example: She wiped away a teardrop from her cheek after watching the sad movie.