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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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inbox | n: an electronic folder on a computer or phone where new emails, text messages, etc., that are sent to you are kept | |
abuse | n: the use of something in an incorrect or harmful manner | |
encounter | v: to face something, particularly something unpleasant or difficult, while attempting to do something else; to meet, especially unexpectedly | |
turkey | n: (of an animal) a large bird with a fan-shaped tail native to North America, widely grown for food; (of a country) a Eurasian republic in Asia Minor and the Balkans | |
parliament | n: a legislative body, especially the one that represents the people of a country or state | |
background | n: the details of a person’s social heritage, such as family, vocational or educational experience; past information that is essential to understanding a situation or problem | |
elect | v: to choose someone for a specific position by voting for them; to decide or choose to do something | |
delete | v: to remove something, especially that has been written; to wipe out digitally or magnetically recorded information | |
colleague | n: one of a group of a coworker, especially in a profession or a business | |
involve | v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else | |
debate | n: a formal discussion or argument of opposing viewpoints, often to persuade others to adopt a specific position; a public discussion, often on an issue of current interest, in which participants offer opinions and differing perspectives | |
threat | n: a strong indication or likelihood of harm, danger, or adverse consequences; an expression of intent to inflict harm or injury on someone or something, often made as a means of coercion or intimidation | |
precaution | n: a measure taken in advance to prevent harm, danger, or injury; foresightfulness | |
harass | v: to annoy, torment, or pester persistently; to subject someone to repeated or chronic attacks or unwelcome attention | |
constantly | adv: all the time | |
impressive | adj: arousing admiration due to size, quality, or skill | |
suspect | v: to consider anything to be actual or probable | |
brainwash | v: to indoctrinate someone into a belief system or ideology by means of sustained persuasion or propaganda | |
ignorant | adj: lacking knowledge or awareness in general; uneducated or unsophisticated; unaware of certain facts or information | |
sever | v: to break or separate something by cutting, especially suddenly and forcibly | |
upset | adj: causing or marked by anxiety, uneasiness, trouble, or grief; (verb) to make someone anxious, unhappy, or angry | |
racism | n: prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against a person or people based on their membership in a particular ethnic group, typically one that is a minority or marginalized | |
martyr | n: a person who suffers very much or is killed for the sake of their religious or political beliefs | |
purity | n: the state of being undiluted or unmixed with anything else; the state of being free from immorality, especially of a sexual nature | |
unexpected | adj: not anticipated or regarded as likely to happen | |
decide | v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options | |
shock | n: a strong feeling or physical reaction to a sudden and unexpected event or experience, especially something unpleasant | |
blurt | v: to utter suddenly and impulsively, without prior thought or consideration; to let something slip out unintentionally | |
silent | adj: without any or little sound | |
racist | adj: characterized by or showing discrimination or prejudice against people of other races; (noun) a person with a prejudiced belief that one racial group is superior to others | |
disappoint | v: to fail to meet someone or their hopes or expectations; to make someone feel sad | |
horrible | adj: extremely unpleasant or bad; causing fear or disgust | |
messy | adj: disorganized and untidy | |
identical | adj: being the exact same one | |
prejudice | n: a thought or feeling that is unfair and makes no sense, mainly when it is formed without enough thought or knowledge | |
alike | adv: similar or identical in nature or appearance | |
recognize | v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered | |
ambivalent | adj: having mixed or conflicting feelings or attitudes towards something or someone; uncertainty or indecision about what course of action to take | |
pleasant | adj: enjoyable, attractive, friendly, or agreeable | |
gradual | adj: happening slowly over a long period of time or distance; not steep or abrupt | |
judgment | n: the ability to form valuable opinions and make reasonable decisions | |
dialogue | n: a conversation in a book, play, or film | |
vast | adj: enormous in size, number, amount, or quantity | |
convey | v: to express ideas, feelings, etc. so that it is known or understood by other people; to carry something from one place to another | |
outset | n: the beginning of something | |
distance | n: the amount of space between two points, measured in units such as miles, meters, or kilometers; the extent, scope, or range between two things, such as distance or emotional distance | |
discovery | n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known | |
inviting | adj: having an attractive or tempting quality that draws people in; encouraging or alluring in a way that makes people want to take part or participate | |
specific | adj: clearly defined or particular to a certain thing or situation; distinct, explicit, and precise | |
regardless | adv: not paying attention or considering something or someone even if the situation is bad or there are difficulties | |
humanist | n: a person who is concerned with the welfare and rights of all human beings; one who believes in the inherent worth and dignity of every person and stresses the importance of human values and ethical principles | |
atheist | n: a person who denies or disbelieves the existence of a deity or deities | |
blame | v: to think or say that someone or something did something wrong or is responsible for something bad | |
demon | n: an evil spirit, supernatural being or entity often depicted as malevolent or harmful | |
politician | n: a person who is a member of a government or law-making organization, especially as an elected member of parliament, etc. | |
influence | n: the ability to affect someone’s or something’s character, growth, or behavior, or the effect itself | |
underestimate | v: to think or suppose that a quantity, price, or size is smaller than it is | |
conviction | n: a strong belief or opinion, especially one that is based on principles or evidence; (criminal law) a final judgment of guilty in a criminal case and the punishment that is imposed | |
religion | n: a deep conviction in a supernatural power that controls human destiny | |
extreme | adj: very great in amount or degree | |
Jewish | adj: of or relating to people whose traditional religion is Judaism | |
vaccinate | v: to treat with a vaccine, usually by injection, to produce immunity against a disease | |
insist | v: to say something clearly or demand something forcefully, especially when other people disagree with or oppose what you say | |
democracy | n: a form of government in which the people have the authority to deliberate and decide legislation, or to choose governing officials to do so | |
violent | adj: involving or caused by physical force or aggression against someone or something | |
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 | |
critic | n: someone who expresses opinions about the quality of books, music, etc. | |
conversation | n: an informal talk between two or more people to exchange their views, ideas, information, etc. | |
demonize | v: to portray or represent someone or something as evil or wicked, often to create fear or hostility towards them | |
invite | v: to ask someone to come or join; to offer an opportunity or possibility for something to happen or take place | |
president | n: the leader of a republic, for example, the US; the person in charge of the organization such as a company, university, club, etc. | |
trump | n: a playing card with a picture of a trumpeter on it, used in certain card games | |
deplorable | adj: deserving strong condemnation or censure; shocking, shameful, or very bad | |
crazy | adj: stupid or not sensible; very angry | |
fascist | adj: relating to or supporting fascism, which is a political ideology that emphasizes authoritarian government, nationalism, and suppression of political opposition and individual liberties | |
hippie | n: a person who follows a counterculture movement that originated in the United States during the 1960s, characterized by the advocacy of nonviolence, communal living, and a rejection of traditional American values | |
vilify | v: to speak or write about someone or something in a way that is likely to make people have a very low opinion of them | |
idealist | n: a person who is guided by ideals or principles rather than practical considerations or reality; a person who seeks to achieve a particular vision or goal for the betterment of society or humanity | |
disagree | v: to have or express a different opinion, idea, etc. | |
politically | adv: in a way that relates to the government or public affairs of a nation | |
cult | n: a small religious group, especially one that is not part of a larger religion and that is regarded as outside the norm; followers of an exclusive system of beliefs and practices | |
refuse | v: to show that one is not willing to do or accept something | |
arrange | v: to plan, prepare for, and carry out something | |
acknowledge | v: to accept or admit the existence, reality, or truth of something; to accept that someone or something has a particular authority or quality; to express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for someone’s help, commitment, etc.; | |
courage | n: the ability to face danger, difficulty, uncertainty, or pain without being overcome by fear or despair; the quality of being brave or courageous | |
brave | adj: showing courage or fearlessness in the face of danger, difficulty, or adversity | |
judge | n: a person who makes decisions in a court of law; (verb) to determine the result of or form a critical opinion of something | |
definitive | adj: serving to provide a final solution or to end a situation; final and not able to be changed | |
ban | v: to officially or legally forbid or refuse to allow something | |
disdain | v: to look down on | |
discriminating | adj: having or showing the ability to judge or discern, typically by distinguishing differences or making careful and considered choices; selective in a discerning way; showing refined taste or awareness of quality | |
humanize | v: to make something or someone more humane or compassionate; to make something more relatable or understandable to humans | |
responsible | adj: answerable or accountable for something within one’s power, control, or management | |
grant | v: to agree to give or allow somebody | |
trench | n: a long, deep ditch made in the ground, usually parallel to a plate boundary and marking a subduction zone; a long ditch built in the ground for carrying away water | |
quote | v: to repeat or reproduce the words or statement of someone else, often acknowledging the source; to give an estimated cost or price for goods or services | |
synagogue | n: a Jewish house of worship, typically consisting of a hall for prayer and study and often containing a sanctuary, a social hall, and a collection of administrative offices | |
reject | v: to refuse to accept, consider, or use something or someone | |
revenge | n: the act of inflicting punishment or harm in return for an injury or wrongdoing; retaliation, retribution | |
evil | adj: profoundly immoral, cruel, and wicked; having or exerting a harmful effect on people | |
defeat | v: to win against somebody in a fight, war, or attempt | |
courageous | adj: able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching |