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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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sunshine | n: the direct light and heat that comes from the sun | |
squint | v: to look at something with half-closed eyes, especially when trying to see more clearly or in bright light; to consider or examine something with suspicion, doubt, or skepticism | |
harsh | adj: severe and unkind; extremely tough and unpleasant to inhabit | |
fluorescent | adj: emitting or reflecting vibrant and vivid light, especially under ultraviolet light; describing a type of lamp or bulb that produces such light | |
bucket | n: an open container with a handle made of metal or plastic, often used for carrying liquids | |
bolt | n: a metal bar that slides across to lock a door or window closed; a discharge of lightning accompanied by thunder; (verb) to move or jump suddenly | |
vinyl | n: a synthetic resin or plastic material that can be molded into various shapes and forms, particularly used in construction, furniture, and record production | |
cinder | n: a small piece of partly burned coal or wood that has stopped glowing but is still hot or warm; the residue left over after combustion or burning, often used as a material in construction or landscaping | |
detect | v: to find or recognize something, especially something difficult to see, hear, etc. | |
escort | n: a person or group of people accompanying someone for protection, guidance, or courtesy; a companion or attendant; a service or a person providing a service for accompanying someone or something to or from a destination | |
hallway | n: an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open | |
courtroom | n: a room in which a court of law is held | |
row | n: an arrangement of objects or people side by side in a line | |
jumpsuit | n: a one-piece garment that combines a shirt and pants, typically worn as a protective or uniform garment | |
delegate | n: a person sent or authorized to represent others, in particular, an elected representative sent to a conference; (verb) to transfer power to someone | |
immigration | n: the act or process of coming to live permanently in a foreign country | |
immigrant | n: a person who has come to a country where they were not born to live there permanently | |
detention | n: the act of holding someone in custody, especially as a punishment for a crime they are suspected of having committed | |
facility | n: a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry | |
bench | n: a long, flat surface, often elevated and supported by legs, used for sitting, working, or displaying objects; persons who administer justice | |
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 | |
clerk | n: a person who works in an office and is responsible for keeping records, writing letters, etc.; a person who works in a store and is responsible for serving customers | |
interpreter | n: a person who translates spoken or written language from one language to another | |
perpendicular | adj: forming, situated at, or being at a right angle to a given line or plane; upright or vertical; at right angles to the horizon | |
represent | v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute | |
customs | n: the official department or agency that enforces the regulations, taxes, and duties related to the importation and exportation of goods; the duties, taxes, or tariffs imposed on imported or exported goods | |
enforcement | n: the act of ensuring that rules, regulations, or laws are obeyed or implemented; the act of applying force or pressure to compel compliance with rules or laws | |
detain | v: to keep someone in official custody; to prevent them from leaving | |
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 | |
translate | v: to convert or change words into another language | |
microphone | n: a device that converts sound into an electrical signal used for recording sounds or making the voice louder | |
essence | n: the basic or most important part or quality of something that makes it what it is | |
instruction | n: detailed direction, order, etc., on how to do or use something | |
government | n: the group of people with authority to control a country or state | |
forceful | adj: having or showing great strength or energy | |
delay | v: to cause something to happen at a later time than originally intended or expected | |
deny | v: to state that one refuses to admit the existence or truth of something | |
lean | adj: having a noticeably small amount of body fat; (verb) to bend or move from a straight to a sloping posture | |
flip | v: to turn over into a different position quickly; to throw or toss with a light motion | |
clarify | v: to make something, such as a statement or situation, less confusing and more understandable | |
poise | n: a calm, confident, and graceful manner with control of your feelings or behavior | |
clarity | n: the quality of being coherent and understandable; the quality of transparency or purity | |
flee | v: to leave by running away, especially out of fear or danger | |
violent | adj: involving or caused by physical force or aggression against someone or something | |
aggressive | adj: behaving in an angry, energetic, or threatening way towards another person; tending to spread quickly | |
accuse | v: to charge or criticize someone with a crime or wrongdoing | |
caravan | n: a group of travelers journeying together, often in a convoy of motor vehicles; a covered wagon used for traveling and camping | |
cite | v: to refer to something such as a passage, book, etc. as evidence for a theory or as a reason why something has happened | |
provision | n: the act of providing or supplying something; a clause in a document or law that specifies a particular requirement or condition | |
nationality | n: the legal status or right of belonging to a particular country | |
urge | v: to spur on or encourage someone, especially by cheers and shouts; (noun) a strong desire or impulse, especially one that is difficult to control or resist | |
bond | n: a close emotional connection between two or more people; a certificate of debt that a government or corporation issues to raise money | |
onslaught | n: a fierce or violent attack; a sudden and intense outburst of something, usually negative | |
calm | adj: not excited, angry, or nervous; free from wind, large waves | |
accusation | n: a statement or claim alleging that someone has committed a crime, offense, or wrongdoing; a charge or indictment made against someone | |
grant | v: to agree to give or allow somebody | |
criminal | n: a person who has committed a crime | |
afford | v: to have enough money or time to be able to buy or do something | |
unfair | adj: not giving equal treatment or opportunities to people involved; marked by injustice, partiality, or deception | |
statistics | n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data | |
migrant | n: a traveler who moves from one region or country to another, especially to find work or better living conditions; a bird or an animal that moves from one place to another | |
corruption | n: dishonest, harmful, or illegal behavior, especially of people in positions of power | |
poverty | n: the condition of being extremely poor | |
climate | n: the weather in a particular location averaged over some long period | |
dignity | n: the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect; high office or rank or station | |
twin | n: either of two children born at the same time from the same mother | |
wit | n: the ability to say or write things or ideas in a clever and humorous way | |
strip | v: to remove the surface from something; (noun) a sizeable narrow piece of something such as paper, metal, cloth, etc., or area of land, sea, etc. | |
conservative | adj: holding traditional views and values and opposed to change or innovation | |
communal | adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use | |
chief | adj: most important or primary; (noun) a person who is in charge | |
reconciliation | n: the restoration of cordial or friendly relations; getting two things to correspond | |
nation | n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture | |
eventually | adv: finally, particularly after a long time or a lot of struggle, complications, and so on | |
overwhelming | adj: very great or intense; so powerful that you cannot fight or react against it | |
discovery | n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known | |
dramatically | adv: in a very impressive manner | |
undocumented | adj: not supported by written evidence or having the necessary written permission | |
rub | v: to move one’s hand or an object over the surface of something with pressure | |
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. | |
nativism | n: a political ideology or belief system that prioritizes the interests and rights of people considered native or indigenous to a particular country or region, often involving advocation for policies that restrict immigration or limit the rights of non-native residents and associated with fears of cultural or economic displacement | |
ire | n: intense or extreme anger or wrath; a strong feeling of displeasure or hostility towards someone or something | |
behold | v: to look at and observe with attention | |
raid | n: a sudden short attack, usually by soldiers, ships, or aircraft | |
cattle | n: cows, bulls, and buffalos that are raised for their milk or meat as farm animals | |
edit | v: to prepare written material for publication by correcting, condensing, or otherwise modifying it | |
vow | v: to make a promise or commitment, usually formal and solemn | |
regardless | adv: not paying attention or considering something or someone even if the situation is bad or there are difficulties | |
suddenly | adv: quickly and unexpectedly | |
county | n: an administrative division of a country or state, typically one of several comprising a larger division | |
thrive | v: to grow vigorously; to make steady progress | |
remarkable | adj: worthy of attention because unusual or special | |
emerge | v: to move out of or away from something and become visible | |
decide | v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options | |
council | n: a group of people who have been elected or appointed to make decisions or give advice on a particular subject or in a particular place | |
ultimate | adj: furthest or highest in degree or order | |
individual | n: a single person or thing, as distinct from a group | |
extent | n: the point or degree or area to which something extends | |
refugee | n: a displaced person who has crossed national borders and who cannot or is unwilling to return home due to political, religious, or economic reasons or because of a war | |
citizenship | n: the status of being a member of a particular country | |
pathway | n: a track that constitutes or serves as a path; an approach or a way of doing something | |
cartel | n: a group of businesses or organizations that join together to control the production and distribution of a particular product or service, often to limit competition and increase profits | |
compassionate | adj: feeling or showing sympathy and concern for the suffering or bad luck of others | |
core | n: the most essential or fundamental part of something | |
straightforward | adj: easy to do or understand, or simple; free from ambiguity | |
religion | n: a deep conviction in a supernatural power that controls human destiny | |
ethnicity | n: the cultural characteristics of a particular group, such as language, religion, and traditions, that distinguish them from other groups | |
gender | n: the range of characteristics of femininity and masculinity and differentiating between them, especially when considering social and cultural differences rather than differences in biology | |
heroic | adj: courageous and daring; having or displaying qualities appropriate for legendary figures that is courage and daring | |
dairy | n: a room, building, or establishment where milk and milk products are produced and processed; milk and milk products, such as butter and cheese | |
convene | v: to come or bring together a group of people for a meeting or activity | |
unity | n: the condition of being together or in agreement | |
moderate | adj: being within reasonable limits; not excessive or extreme | |
evangelical | adj: relating to or advocating a form of Protestant Christianity that emphasizes personal conversion and faith over religious rituals and central authority within the church | |
bible | n: the sacred writings of the Christian religions, consisting of the Old and New Testaments; a book regarded as authoritative in its field | |
unlikely | adj: not probable or likely to happen | |
basis | n: the most important facts, ideas, or events from which something is developed; the way how things are organized or arranged | |
norm | n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard | |
domestic | adj: relating to or inside a particular country, not foreign or international | |
alliance | n: a partnership or association formed for mutual benefit, particularly between nations or organizations. |