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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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giant | adj: enormous; much bigger or more important than similar items usually are | |
leap | v: to jump or spring into the air, often with the feet leaving the ground or a surface below; to move quickly or suddenly, often forward or upward | |
humankind | n: the whole of the living human inhabitants of the earth | |
buzz | v: to make a continuous, low humming sound such as the one bee makes; an exciting and active atmosphere | |
skinny | adj: having a very thin or slim body; referring to clothing that is tightly fitting and reveals the shape of the body; referring to information or details that are kept secret or confidential | |
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 | |
educator | n: a person who teaches or educates people | |
astronaut | n: a person trained by a space agency to travel outside the Earth’s atmosphere | |
representation | n: the act of speaking, acting, or being present on behalf of someone officially; a statement of facts and reasons made in appealing or protesting | |
pierce | v: to cut or make a way through with a sharp instrument | |
Arthurian | adj: relating to king Arthur and the tales and legends associated with him | |
discipline | n: the practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using and punishments if these are broken; a region of activity, knowledge, or influence | |
intelligence | n: the ability to learn, comprehend, or make judgments or conclusions based on reasons | |
athletics | n: the physical activities or sports that involve physical exertion and competition, such as running, jumping, throwing, or walking | |
decide | v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options | |
driveway | n: a private road leading from a street or road to a house or garage, typically providing access for vehicles | |
rewire | v: to replace or repair the wiring of something, especially an electrical system; to make significant changes in one’s thoughts or behavior patterns | |
electrical | adj: relating to electricity | |
plumb | v: to examine something closely or carefully; to measure the depth of water, a pipe, or a hole, by means of a plumb line or similar device; to explore or understand something completely or fully | |
prop | n: a piece of wood, metal, etc., placed beneath or against something to support it or keep it in position; a system, institution, or person that gives help or support to someone or something | |
stove | n: a kitchen appliance consisting of a flat top, usually with heating elements, used for cooking food | |
bunk | n: a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep, typically a narrow bed frame supported by a solid structure; nonsense or untruthful talk, often intended to deceive or mislead; a type of overnight accommodation, particularly in a military or institutional setting | |
flip | v: to turn over into a different position quickly; to throw or toss with a light motion | |
vacation | n: a period in which someone does not have to attend work or school and is free to do whatever they choose, such as travel or leisure | |
launch | v: to send or propel something into the air or space using a device such as a rocket, missile, or spacecraft; to make something available or on sale for the first time | |
pod | n: a seed case, especially of a leguminous plant such as a pea or bean; a detachable container of something, especially on an airplane | |
rap | n: a type of music characterized by a strong, repetitive beat and lyrics that often focus on social and political issues; a reproach for some lapse or misdeed | |
purple | adj: of a color intermediate between red and blue | |
majesty | n: regal or royal dignity; grandeur or greatness | |
transform | v: to change in outward structure or looks; | |
suppress | v: to bring something under control by force or authority; to put an end by force | |
negative | adj: having the quality of something bad or harmful; expressing refusal | |
trauma | n: an emotional wound or shock often has long-lasting effects caused by a highly upsetting or shocking experience | |
inappropriate | adj: not suitable or proper for a particular occasion, purpose, or person | |
certify | v: to formally state, especially in writing, that something is true | |
chemistry | n: the branch of the natural sciences dealing with the composition of substances and their properties and reactions | |
incredible | adj: unbelievable; enormous | |
scholarship | n: a grant or payment made to support a student’s education usually awarded based on academic or other achievements | |
graduated | adj: having received a degree from a school, college, or university; marked with or divided into levels or degrees | |
draft | n: a preliminary version of something that is not yet in its final form | |
hamstring | n: a group of three muscles located on the back of the thigh that are responsible for flexing the knee joint and extending the hip joint; (verb) to impair or disable someone or something by damaging their effectiveness, strength, or power, particularly in a way that restricts movement or agility | |
knuckle | n: one of the joint-like parts of the fingers and toes, especially of the hand | |
simulate | v: to make a pretense of someone’s behavior or looks; to reproduce something that exists in real life using computers, models, etc., usually for study or training purposes | |
countdown | n: a counting sequence leading up to an event, often marked by a series of signals or cues, also used as a term to describe the final stages leading up to a major event or deadline | |
liftoff | n: the moment when a spacecraft or other vehicle takes off and lifts off the ground; the act or process of launching or beginning an endeavor | |
shuttle | n: a vehicle or boat that regularly moves between two places; bobbin that passes the weft thread between the warp threads | |
careen | v: to move swiftly and in an uncontrolled way in a particular direction | |
planet | n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star | |
engine | n: a machine that converts thermal energy to mechanical work; something that has an important role used to achieve a purpose | |
definition | n: a concise explanation of the meaning of a word, phrase, or symbol | |
azure | adj: a bright blue color resembling the sky; characterized by a vivid blue color | |
indigo | adj: a deep blue or purple-blue color; also, the plant that yields Indigo dye | |
naval | adj: of or relating to ships, sailors, or the navy | |
medium | adj: of a size, amount, or level that is average or intermediate; (noun) a means or instrumentality for storing or communicating information | |
turquoise | n: a greenish-blue mineral that is a hydrated copper and aluminum phosphate and is valued as a gemstone, often used in jewelry and decorative objects | |
install | v: to fix furniture, a machine, or a piece of equipment into position so that it can be used; put into an office or a position | |
laboratory | n: a workplace for doing scientific research or teaching science; a lab | |
payload | n: the amount of cargo or goods that a vehicle or equipment is designed to carry or transport; in computing, the amount of data that can be transmitted over a communication system | |
bay | n: a part of the coast that is partially enclosed by land; a compartment or section of a ship or building | |
grab | v: to take hold of something or someone suddenly with a hand, especially in a violent way | |
mod | n: a modification or alteration, typically one made to improve something or increase its functionality; a British teenager or young adult in the 1960s, noted for their clothes consciousness and opposition to the rockers | |
robotic | adj: of or relating to mechanical robots; (robotics) the interdisciplinary branch of computer science and engineering with the practical use of robots | |
attach | v: to fasten, join, or connect one thing to another | |
primary | adj: first or highest in rank, order, or importance; most fundamental or essential; pertaining to the initial or introductory stage of something, such as a school year or election cycle | |
sigh | v: to emit a deep, audible breath or sound, often expressing feelings of tiredness, frustration, or relief; to express longing, wish, or regret; (noun) the act of exhaling audibly in a long, deep, and often melancholy way | |
relief | n: a feeling of happiness and relaxation that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced | |
commander | n: a person who holds authority or control over a group or organization, particularly in a military, naval, or aerospace context; an official in charge of a particular aspect of operations, such as a commander of a ship or a commander of the air force | |
invite | v: to ask someone to come or join; to offer an opportunity or possibility for something to happen or take place | |
segment | n: a part or section of something; a distinct group within a larger whole | |
panel | n: a square or rectangular and flat piece of something that forms a distinct section or component of something; a small group of specialists who discuss particular topics or give their advice or opinion about something | |
truss | v: to support, brace, or strengthen a structure or object with a framework, typically made of wood or metal; to bind or tie something together, usually tightly; (noun) a framework or structure composed of beams, bars, or other elements that are designed to support or strengthen a roof, bridge, or other construction | |
hydrate | v: to add water or moisture to something; to drink enough fluids to maintain proper moisture; (noun) any compound that contains water of crystallization | |
transport | n: a system for moving people or products from one location to another using automobiles, roads, and so on | |
barley | n: a type of cereal grain that is used for food, either in the form of whole grains, flour, or malt | |
commerce | n: the activity of buying and selling things, especially on a large scale | |
sunrise | n: the time in the morning when the sun first appears in the sky | |
sunset | n: the time in the evening at which the sun begins to fall below the horizon; (verb) to expire or be terminated automatically at the end of a fixed period | |
operator | n: a person who uses and controls machinery or equipment; a mathematical symbol used to perform calculations | |
perspective | n: a confident attitude toward something; a particular style of thinking about something | |
borscht | n: a sour soup usually made with beets and other vegetables, originating from Eastern Europe cuisine, especially Ukraine and Russia | |
shift | n: a slight transition in position, direction, or trend | |
cognitive | adj: of or relating to mental processes of understanding | |
radical | adj: relating to the essential aspects of anything; far beyond the norm, mainly used of opinions and actions | |
craft | n: an activity that requires a particular skill in making things with one’s hands | |
blind | adj: unable to see; unable or unwilling to perceive or understand the true nature of something | |
germ | n: a very tiny living that causes the disease; a piece of something such as an organism, concept, etc., capable of growing into a new one or part of one | |
folk | n: people in general, especially those of a particular group or type | |
coexist | v: to live or exist together at the same time in the same place | |
harmony | n: the combination of simultaneous musical notes to produce a pleasing effect; an attractive combination of related things and their properties | |
communal | adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use | |
newfound | adj: newly discovered or acquired | |
overhead | n: the expense of maintaining something that is involved in operating a business, such as rent and heating; (adverb) above your head; in the sky | |
colleague | n: one of a group of a coworker, especially in a profession or a business | |
obituary | n: a notice of someone’s death, often appearing in a newspaper or online; a published account of someone’s life and achievements after their death | |
norm | n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard | |
peril | n: serious and great danger or risk | |
flee | v: to leave by running away, especially out of fear or danger | |
accident | n: an unfortunate event, especially one causing damage or injury | |
advance | v: to go or move forward; to develop in a positive way | |
reward | n: a thing given in acknowledgment of service, hard work, achievement, etc. | |
strap | n: a long, narrow strip or belt of leather, fabric, or another material used for binding, fastening, or supporting something or someone; a band or string that attaches one object to another, often used to secure items during transport | |
pound | n: the standard unit of money in the UK; the standard unit of weight equal to 16 ounces | |
rocket | n: a large tube-shaped object that moves very first by a stream of gases let out behind it, used for space travel or as a weapon | |
fuel | n: a substance that is typically burned to generate heat or energy | |
terrifying | adj: very frightening or intimidating | |
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 | |
incident | n: an event or occurrence, often unexpected or unplanned; something that happens | |
fearless | adj: having no fear; brave | |
alcoholism | n: a chronic disorder characterized by dependence on alcohol and repeated excessive use of alcoholic beverages | |
storytelling | n: the act or art of narrating or writing stories | |
heal | v: to make a wound or injury to become well again | |
amazing | adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire |