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Word	Meaning	Advanced
brain	n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling
modulate	v: to change the key, style, loudness, etc., of something in music to create a particular effect; to fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of something
neurological	adj: of or relating to the science of neurology or the nervous system
disorder	n: an untidy state or a lack of organization; a physical condition or illness that causes problems with how a section of the body or brain functions
involve	v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else
stick	v: to put something, usually a sharp object, into something; to restrict yourself to doing or using one certain thing and not change; (noun) a thin piece of wood or other material
helmet	n: a protective covering for the head, worn for safety or as part of a uniform or ceremonial dress
immobilize	v: to render someone or something unable to move or function normally; to restrain, inhibit, or stop
zap	v: to strike, destroy, get rid of, or kill something or someone suddenly and with force
magnetic	adj: having the properties of attracting or repelling certain materials containing iron or steel
electrical	adj: relating to electricity
pulse	n: the regular heartbeat as it sends blood around the body, especially when it is felt at the wrist or side of the neck; a solid regular vibration of sound, electric current, light, or other waves
circuit	n: (in electrical engineering) an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow; a journey or route around a particular place or area
pothole	n: a hole or depression in a road surface, usually caused by wear, weathering, or erosion; can be dangerous to drivers and cause damage to vehicles
resurface	v: to restore or repair the surface of something, particularly a road, pavement, or sports field; to come to the surface or become visible again after a period of obscurity or concealment
neuron	n: a cell that is specialized to carry information within the brain and between the brain and other parts of the body
octopus	n: a sea creature with a soft round body and eight long tentacles (= long parts like arms)
tentacle	n: a flexible, mobile, and long arm-like organ used for feeling and holding things, catching food, or moving
diabetes	n: a medical condition in which the body cannot produce enough insulin to control the glucose levels in the blood
cancer	n: abnormal growth of cells that can invade and destroy surrounding tissues and organs; a disease characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells
autoimmune	adj: relating to a condition in which the body’s immune system attacks and destroys healthy body tissue, mistaking it for harmful foreign substances
induce	v: to persuade someone to do something; to cause to act in a specific manner
exacerbate	v: to make a situation, problem, or feeling worse
nervous	adj: worried and anxious about something; relating to the nerves
achieve	v: to successfully complete a task or goal, often through hard work, perseverance, and dedication; to attain or accomplish something that one has set out to do
limb	n: an arm and leg of a person or animal
electrode	n: either of two points or ends of a conductor at which electricity enters or leaves an object, substance, or region
implant	v: to insert or fix an artificial device in a person’s body; to put an idea, attitude, etc., firmly in the mind
drill	n: a tool or machine used for making round holes or driving fasteners; a training or practice
scalpel	n: a small, sharp knife or blade used in surgery or dissection for cutting tissue or separating parts of the body
invasive	adj: spreading very quickly, and often aggressively, and difficult to stop
colleague	n: one of a group of a coworker, especially in a profession or a business
discovery	n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known
therapy	n: the act of caring for someone through medication, remedial training, etc.
Alzheimer	n: a neurodegenerative disease that causes memory loss, cognitive decline, and behavioral issues; is the most common cause of dementia in older adults
wavelength	n: the distance between two points in the same phase in consecutive cycles of a wave
flash	n: a sudden intense burst of radiant energy; a momentary brightness
frequency	n: an ordered array of colors into which a light beam can be split
nudge	v: to push someone or something gently, especially with your elbow, to attract the person’s attention; (noun) a small push or prod to encourage a desired action or behavior
technique	n: a particular way or art of doing something that needs skill
specific	adj: clearly defined or particular to a certain thing or situation; distinct, explicit, and precise
outcome	n: the result or effect of an action, event, etc.
degenerate	v: (of a person, animal, or plant) to become worse in health or physical condition
tectum	n: a term used in anatomy to describe the roof or upper surface of a particular structure, such as the midbrain or the cerebral cortex
stimulate	v: to encourage something to develop or become more active; to stir the feelings or emotions
amygdala	n: one of two parts of the almond-shaped neural structure that are linked to emotions, especially fear and pleasure, memory, and the sense of smell
hippocampus	n: a major component of the brain of humans and other vertebrates that is part of the limbic system and is vital for memory
fin	n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance
arc	n: the shape of a portion of a circle or other curved line
nucleus	n: the central and most important part of something; (biology) a part of the cell containing DNA and RNA and responsible for growth and reproduction; (physics) the very dense central region of an atom
shocking	adj: extremely or surprisingly bad, or causing a strong emotional response such as surprise or disgust
jar	n: a cylindrical container, typically made of glass, metal, or pottery, with a wide mouth and a screwed or sealed lid, used for storing food, liquids, and other materials
silent	adj: without any or little sound
combine	v: to join or merge to form a single thing or group
develop	v: to grow or expand; to improve or refine through a process of progress and refinement, often to achieve greater sophistication or complexity; to elaborate or add detail to something that is in the process of being created
device	n: a piece of equipment, tool, or technology that serves a particular purpose or function, often mechanical or electronic
swallow	v: to make food, drink, pills, etc., pass down your throat into your stomach; (noun) small long-winged songbird noted for swift, graceful flight and the regularity of its migrations
electron	n: a tiny particle with the negative electrical charge
chemical	adj: relating to or connected with chemistry;
stimulus	n: something that causes growth or arouses action
gut	n: the long tube in the body of a person or animal through which food passes when it leaves the stomach; the mental strength or bravery required to do something difficult or unpleasant
interface	n: (computer science) a program that controls a display for the user and that allows the user to interact with the system; (chemistry) a surface forming a common boundary between two things
incredible	adj: unbelievable; enormous
combination	n: a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities
tissue	n: an ensemble of similar cells of the animal or plant that together carry out a specific function
endocrine	adj: relating to the glands in the body that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate bodily functions and processes
release	v: to set free or allow to escape from confinement
hormone	n: a chemical substance made by organs that encourages or influences the development, growth, sex, etc., of an animal and is carried around the body in the blood
regulate	v: to control something, especially by means of rules or laws
metabolism	n: the set of chemical reactions in cells or organisms that are necessary for life-sustaining
immune	adj: protected against a particular disease or toxin due to the presence of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells
microbiome	n: the community of microorganisms (= living things too small to be seen) that can usually be found living together in any given environment or the human body
bacteria	n: single-celled or noncellular spherical or spiral or rod-shaped organisms that exist in large numbers in the air, water, and soil, and also in living and dead creatures and plants, and are often a cause of disease
sugary	adj: having the taste, texture, or appearance of sugar; excessively sweet or cloying; overly sentimental or flattering in a way that seems insincere
saltiness	n: the quality or state of being salty
ramp	n: a sloping surface connecting two levels or inclines, typically used for the movement of people, vehicles, or goods
dopamine	n: a chemical substance produced by nerve cells as a neurotransmitter; as a drug, it is used to treat shock and hypotension
reside	v: to live in a particular place, typically for a prolonged period of time
tract	n: a region of land, often with a specific purpose or use, such as farming, forestry, or mining; a bundle of nerves or a system of organs in the body
strength	n: the quality or state of being physically, or sometimes mentally, strong
impulse	n: a sudden strong and unreflective wish or need to do something; the electrical discharge that travels along a nerve fiber
arouse	v: to awaken strong feelings or emotions in someone; to excite or inspire a physical or emotional response
stomach	n: the internal organ in the body where food is digested, situated in the abdomen; the part of the body below the chest that contains the stomach
tackle	v: to try to deal with a complex problem or situation
nausea	n: a feeling of sickness or discomfort in the stomach that is often accompanied by an urge to vomit; a sensation of loathing or disgust
influence	n: the ability to affect someone’s or something’s character, growth, or behavior, or the effect itself
satiety	n: the state of being completely satisfied, especially after having eaten enough food; the feeling of having had enough to eat or a sense of fullness
intestine	n: a long, tube-like organ in the digestive system that is responsible for absorbing nutrients from food and eliminating waste products
digest	v: to transform food into absorbable substances; break down
glucose	n: a type of sugar that is found in plants, especially fruit, and is an essential energy source in living things
absorption	n: a process in which one substance permeates another; a fluid permeates or is dissolved by a liquid or solid
nutrient	n: any substance that is essential for the maintenance and growth of living things
obese	adj: excessively overweight, particularly to the point of being a serious health risk; having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or more
inflammation	n: a physical condition in which a part of the body becomes red, painful, hot, and often swollen, especially as a reaction to infection or injury
appetite	n: a natural desire or craving for food or drink; a strong desire or liking for something
digestion	n: the process of breaking down food in the body into smaller, more usable components, typically involving enzymes and other bodily processes; the process of assimilating, understanding, or absorbing information or ideas
reward	n: a thing given in acknowledgment of service, hard work, achievement, etc.
exciting	adj: causing a lot of interest or excitement
medicinal	adj: of or relating to the treatment or cure of disease
surgery	n: medical treatment of injuries or diseases involving an incision with instruments and often removing or replacing some parts of the body; the branch of medical science that treats disease or injury by operative procedures
obesity	n: the condition of being significantly overweight, typically defined as having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or greater.
chronic	adj: being long-lasting and recurrent or characterized by long suffering; habitual