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Word	Meaning	Advanced
pandemic	n: an outbreak of a disease that affects many people over a very wide area
grade	n: a particular level of quality, size, importance, etc.
gym	n: a place equipped for exercise and other physical training
humiliate	v: to cause someone to feel ashamed, embarrassed, or degraded, especially in public or through revealing personal information
drill	n: a tool or machine used for making round holes or driving fasteners; a training or practice
sergeant	n: a rank of non-commissioned officer in the armed forces, typically above corporal but below staff sergeant or sergeant first class
corresponding	adj: similar to, connected with, or accompanying something, especially in position or purpose
unchecked	adj: not restrained or controlled; not examined or scrutinized; allowed to proceed without restraint or interference
difficulty	n: a condition or state that causes problems
cartwheel	n: a gymnastic move in which a person performs a spinning movement with the body held straight while moving sideways in a handstand position; the wheel of a cart
playground	n: an area where many people go for recreation, especially at a school or in a park
athlete	n: a person who competes in one or more sports that involve physical strength, speed, or endurance
kickball	n: a game played by two teams of players who alternate kicking a large ball and running the bases, similar to baseball but without bats or gloves
solace	n: comfort or consolation in a time of distress, sadness, or disappointment; (verb) to comfort or console someone in a time of distress, loss, or suffering
sincere	adj: (of a person, feelings, or behavior) open and genuine; not deceitful
handy	adj: valuable and convenient; easy or ready to reach or use
short-sighted	adj: lacking foresight or consideration for future consequences; not planning or preparing adequately for something that will happen in the future
strength	n: the quality or state of being physically, or sometimes mentally, strong
karma	n: a concept that originated in Hinduism and Buddhism and referred to the idea that a person’s actions in the present moment will affect their future experiences and circumstances
appreciation	n: the act of recognizing and valuing the worth or importance of something or someone; gratitude or thankfulness; an increase in value over time
praise	n: an expression that shows approval and admiration of the achievements or characteristics of someone or something
ultimate	adj: furthest or highest in degree or order
retirement	n: the fact or act of stopping working and leaving one’s job
feat	n: a notable or impressive achievement, especially one that requires great skill or bravery
hometown	n: the town or city where one was born or grew up
contribute	v: to give something, especially money or goods, to provide or achieve something together with other people
sibling	n: a brother or sister; member of a family born to the same parents
handwritten	adj: written with a pen or pencil rather than typed
modest	adj: having or showing a humble estimate of one’s merits, importance, etc.; free from vanity, egotism, boastfulness, or great pretensions
eulogy	n: a speech or writing in praise of someone who has died, typically given at a funeral or memorial service
casket	n: a rectangular container, often made of wood or metal, in which a dead body is placed for burial or cremation
surround	v: to be all around something or somebody
hospice	n: a specialized care facility or service for terminally ill patients intended to provide comfort and support in the final stages of life; any program, organization, or approach focused on end-of-life care and support
honor	n: high regard or great respect for someone; the quality of having and doing based on a keen sense of morality; (verb) to show respect towards someone
cremate	v: to burn a dead body to reduce it to ash, often as part of a funeral or other death-related ritual
ash	n: the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance, typically containing minerals and other impurities; the solid remains of a dead person after cremation
blase	adj: indifferent to or unimpressed by something that may be seen as exciting, interesting, or significant; jaded or worldly-wise
urn	n: a large, typically rounded container, often made of ceramic, metal, or glass, used for storing the ashes of a cremated person or pet or for decorative purposes
shiny	adj: reflecting light and having a bright and smooth surface
growl	v: to make a low, guttural sound, usually similar to that of an animal, expressing anger, agitation, or disapproval
remark	n: a comment or observation, or something said or written about a particular subject or situation; (verb) to give a spoken statement on a particular subject or situation
tribute	n: a payment, gift, or other forms of recognition made in honor of or submission to another person or entity
superb	adj: extremely good; excellent in quality; superbly done
alternative	n: one of two or more available possibilities or choice
emplacement	n: a place or position where something is located or situated; the act of placing or positioning something in a specific location, particularly in a military or strategic context
industrial	adj: of or relating to or resulting from industry
vibrant	adj: full of energy, life, and enthusiasm
self-taught	adj: having learned a skill or acquired knowledge without the help of a teacher or formal education
acclaim	n: praise or admiration that is expressed publicly; (verb) to praise or admire someone or something publicly
wood-carver	n: a person who carves or shapes wood, particularly as an art form or for practical purposes such as making furniture or tools
confidence	n: the feeling or attitude that one can trust or rely on the abilities or good qualities of someone or something
compliment	n: an expression of praise, admiration, or approval; a polite or flattering statement intended to make someone feel good
sentimental	adj: connected with or resulting from someone’s emotions, rather than reason or realism
savor	v: to enjoy or appreciate something fully; to relish or delight in something delicious or enjoyable; to preserve or season with a savory flavor
relish	v: to enjoy or take pleasure in; to taste with appreciation
regret	v: to feel sad, repentant, or disappointed over something you have done or something you have not been able to do
conscientious	adj: characterized by a sense of duty or responsibility; diligent, meticulous, and careful in one’s work or actions
intentional	adj: done, made or performed with purpose and intent
quest	n: a long or challenging search for something
witness	n: a person who sees something happen, especially a crime or an accident
volunteer	n: a person who performs or offers to perform a job or service without being paid for or forced to do
mortal	adj: subject to death; unrelenting and deadly
pivotal	adj: relating to or acting as a pivot or central point; crucial or essential to the success or outcome of something
sufficient	adj: adequate; enough for a particular purpose or requirement
openly	adv: without hiding any of your feelings, opinions, or facts; frankly and trustfully
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.;
presence	n: the fact or state that someone or something exists, occurs, or is present
grief	n: a very great sadness, especially when somebody dies
grace	n: a quality of being pleasing, especially in appearance or manner; a temporary exemption, especially an extended period granted as a special favor; a short prayer of thanks before a meal
embellishment	n: the action, process, or result of adding decorative or additional features or details to something to enhance its aesthetic appeal; an accessory or ornament used to decorate or beautify something
colleague	n: one of a group of a coworker, especially in a profession or a business
overcome	v: to succeed in controlling or dealing with something, such as a problem or difficulty; to defeat or overwhelm someone
illusion	n: a false idea or belief, especially about somebody or about a situation
awkward	adj: making you feel uncomfortable or embarrassed; causing inconvenience or difficulty
resolve	v: to find a suitable answer to the problems or difficulty
forgiveness	n: the act of stopping feeling angry or resentful towards someone for a mistake or offense with compassion
sandy	adj: covered with or containing sand; (especially of hair color) pale yellowish to yellowish brown
complicated	adj: involving a lot of different things or parts in a way that is difficult to understand or analyze
relation	n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another
resentment	n: bitterness or indignation at being treated unfairly
alcoholism	n: a chronic disorder characterized by dependence on alcohol and repeated excessive use of alcoholic beverages
wrench	v: to pull or twist something suddenly or violently
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
magic	n: beliefs and actions employed to influence supernatural beings and forces; any art or performance that invokes supernatural powers
compassion	n: a strong feeling of sympathy and sadness for another’s suffering or bad luck
poetry	n: poems in general as a genre of literature
anthology	n: a collection of selected writings, often by various authors or from various sources, on a particular topic or theme
hallmark	n: a distinctive characteristic or attribute of a person or thing
aim	v: to try or plan to get or achieve something
authenticity	n: the quality of being real or genuine
profound	adj: extremely great; sensed or experienced very strongly; displaying a high level of knowledge or comprehension
mad	adj: insane, especially due to a mental illness; very angry
fill-in-the-blank	n: a type of question or statement that provides a space or blank for someone to fill in with a word or phrase, often used in educational or survey contexts
deck	n: a flat surface that is usually made of wood or other material and is attached to a building, vehicle, or other structure
medium	adj: of a size, amount, or level that is average or intermediate; (noun) a means or instrumentality for storing or communicating information
incompleteness	n: the state of being lacking or not finished; the condition of being partial or unfinished
contented	adj: feeling or expressing satisfaction and happiness with one’s situation, life, or accomplishments; happy and at peace
calm	adj: not excited, angry, or nervous; free from wind, large waves
vivid	adj: producing very clear, powerful, and detailed images in the mind
recall	v: to remember something
unconscious	adj: in the state of lacking awareness and the capacity for sensory perception, especially as the result of a head injury or illness
unrepeatable	adj: unable to be repeated or duplicated; unique; one-of-a-kind
affirm	v: to assert that something is true or real; to state positively
thorough	adj: done completely; significantly careful and accurate
render	v: to bring someone or something into a particular state; to provide something such as service, help, etc.
encourage	v: to give someone support, confidence, or hope; to persuade someone to do or continue to do something by making it easier for them and making them believe it is a good thing to do
oasis	n: a fertile land in a desert or semi-desert environment where there is water and therefore plants and trees and sometimes a village or town
desert	n: arid land with little or no vegetation often covered with sand or rocks
thirst	n: a feeling of needing something to drink; a strong desire for something