having no worries or responsibilities
Although the professor appeared to be very stern, he really had a carefree personality.

to act in agreement with another's wishes or in obedience to a rule
The company worked hard to comply with the government's rules about pollution.

lack; scarcity
There is a dearth of money in my bank account. I can’t afford a new car.

to decrease
The president's popularity has declined in the polls.

using or considering extreme measures because of lack of hope
Mrs. Cheveley was desperate to avoid going to jail.

occurring very quickly and suddenly
The explosive mixture is often used to destroy old buildings.

something handed down from the past ; a bequest
The Irish people have left behind a great legacy of literature for future generations.

being accepting of what happens without reacting or trying to change things
The husband did not understand his wife's passive response to their child's temper tantrums.

a room that can be locked where something of value can be kept safe
The rich man kept all of his money and important papers locked away in a secret vault inside of his house.

almost being something without actually or completely being it
The virtual reality TV program was a big hit.