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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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essentially | adv: relating to the essential features or concepts of anything | |
drag | v: to pull or haul with force | |
sledge | n: a large, heavy vehicle with runners used on snow or ice to transport goods or people; a heavy hammer with a long handle used for shattering rock or concrete | |
flummox | v: to perplex, confuse, or bewilder someone; to leave somebody completely unable to respond or react because they are shocked or surprised | |
intellect | n: the ability to think logically and comprehend information, especially at an advanced level | |
philosophy | n: the study of general and fundamental questions, such as those about existence, reason, knowledge, values, mind | |
constant | adj: happening repeatedly or all the time | |
replace | v: to take the place of 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 | |
aft | adj: (the opposite of “forward”) located at or towards the rear or back of a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle | |
participate | v: to take part in something | |
virtually | adv: almost completely | |
introduction | n: a preliminary explanation or remarks given before the start of a text, performance, or event; the act of bringing something new into existence or introducing something to a wider audience or new market | |
polar | adj: relating to, or close to, the North or South Pole; characterized by complete opposites | |
progressive | adj: relating to or supporting development or advancement, especially social or political one | |
arctic | adj: of or relating to the region around the North Pole or the Arctic Ocean; very cold | |
doer | n: a person who performs or carries out an action or task; a person who is proactive or productive | |
spectator | n: someone present at an event, such as a sports game, play, or concert, to watch or observe it | |
contemplate | v: to think about a possible future action or to think about something for a long time thoughtfully | |
dichotomy | n: a division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different; a sharp contrast between two opposing and mutually exclusive categories or concepts | |
gulf | n: a large ocean inlet or deep bay that is partially enclosed by land | |
pithy | adj: concise and forcefully expressive, especially in language or style | |
creditor | n: a person, company, etc. to whom a debtor owes money | |
chap | n: a crack in the skin, especially on the lips or hands, caused by dryness or cold weather; a man or boy; (verb) to crack, split, or roughen the skin, especially as a result of exposure to cold weather or wind | |
rakish | adj: having a dashing or stylish appearance or manner, often suggesting a sense of charm and confidence in a slightly unconventional or daring way | |
lee | n: the side or part that is sheltered or facing away from the wind or the direction from which the wind is blowing; a position or location protected from the full force or effects of something, particularly the wind | |
disappear | v: to cease to exist or be visible | |
summit | n: the highest point of a mountain or hill; a meeting of heads of state or government to discuss important issues | |
mystery | n: something difficult to understand or explain; a secret or enigmatic quality that adds to the fascination or interest of something; a genre of fiction that involves the solution of a crime or a puzzle | |
phrase | n: a group of words that mean something specific when used together | |
slight | adj: very small in degree or amount | |
prospect | n: the possibility or likelihood of something happening or being successful; a person or thing that is likely to succeed or become popular; a potential customer or client; (verb) to explore for useful or valuable things or substances, such as minerals | |
whatsoever | adv: not at all; no matter what | |
altitude | n: the height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level | |
medical | adj: relating to the treatment of illness or injuries; relating to the practice of medicine | |
observation | n: the act or activity of carefully examining or monitoring something or someone | |
aviation | n: the activity or process of designing, building, flying, and maintaining aircraft | |
gem | n: a precious or semiprecious stone, usually of high quality and often used as jewelry; something that is considered to be a highly prized and valuable possession or attribute of a person or thing | |
coal | n: a combustible black or brownish-black sedimentary rock that is found below the ground and burnt to produce heat | |
crop | n: a plant that is cultivated in large amounts, particularly for food | |
struggle | v: to make a great effort to do something when it is difficult, or there are a lot of problems; to use force or violence to break away from restraint or constriction | |
upward | adv: toward the top or highest point, or a higher position or level; (adjective) extending or moving toward a higher place | |
adventure | n: a journey or a series of events that is unusual, exciting, or dangerous | |
argument | n: a set of statements or reasons used to support or refute a proposition or theory; a verbal or physical fight or dispute | |
embark | v: to go on board a ship or plane; to set out on an enterprise or subject of study; to start something | |
grand | adj: important and large in size, scope, or extent | |
tally | n: a record or count of a particular thing often used to keep track of scores, votes, or numbers | |
neat | adj: clean or tidy, with everything in its place | |
solo | adv: without anybody else or anything else; alone | |
unsupported | adj: not given financial or other aid; not having any proof or evidence | |
pole | n: one of two antipodal points where the Earth’s axis of rotation intersects the Earth’s surface; a long, slender, rounded rod, typically of wood or metal, used as a support or to hang something | |
mum | n: a British term for “mom” or “mother”; (adjective) failing to speak or communicate when expected to do so | |
keen | adj: having or showing quick and eager intelligence or interest | |
fearless | adj: having no fear; brave | |
appreciate | v: to value and acknowledge the worth of someone or something; to be grateful for something or someone | |
apprehension | n: the act of apprehending or arresting someone; a feeling of anxiety, worry, or uncertainty about something that may happen in the future; understanding or comprehension of something, particularly a complex or abstract concept or idea | |
helicopter | n: a type of aircraft that is capable of hovering in place and moving vertically, as well as flying horizontally; often used for emergency medical services, military operations, and transport in areas with limited access | |
thunder | n: the loud, deep sound made by air expanding along the path of a bolt of lightning; a deep, prolonged loud noise | |
impending | adj: about to happen or occur; close in time; imminent | |
doom | n: death, destruction, or some other terrible situation that cannot be avoided | |
satellite | n: an electronic device that is sent up into space and moves around the Earth or another planet, used for gathering information or communicating by radio, television, etc. | |
pump | v: to cause water, air, gas, etc. to move from one place to another by using mechanical equipment; to get or supply something such as money, information, etc. in significant quantities | |
shotgun | n: a firearm that is designed to be fired from the shoulder and that typically fires several small metal balls or pellets called shot | |
incredible | adj: unbelievable; enormous | |
dawn | n: the time of day when the sun’s light starts to show in the sky | |
utterly | adv: completely or absolutely | |
terrify | v: to frighten someone very much | |
slap | v: to strike something or someone with an open palm or flat object, producing a sharp sound or sensation; to place something firmly, suddenly, or unexpectedly | |
bang | v: to hit or cause to hit something in a way that makes a loud noise | |
fuel | n: a substance that is typically burned to generate heat or energy | |
pound | n: the standard unit of money in the UK; the standard unit of weight equal to 16 ounces | |
temperature | n: the degree of hotness or coldness of a thing or place | |
minus | adj: subtracting or taking away; having a value less than zero | |
magical | adj: produced by or containing supernatural powers | |
drift | v: to move smoothly and slowly in water or air, especially as a result of outside forces, with no control over the direction | |
shifting | adj: constantly changing or moving | |
crust | n: a hard outer layer that forms on the surface of a liquid as it cools or on a solid as a result of exposure to air or moisture | |
environment | n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live | |
flux | n: the state of constantly changing or flowing; the rate of flow of energy or particles across a particular place | |
scenery | n: the natural features of a landscape or environment, viewed particularly in terms of their aesthetic appeal; the visual elements that constitute a play’s backdrop or setting | |
vista | n: a pleasing or expansive view, most often of a landscape or a cityscape; a broad and extensive view or outlook | |
chili | n: a small hot-tasting fruit of a type of pepper plant used in sauces, relishes, and spice powders; a spicy stew made from ground beef and beans, typically seasoned with chili peppers | |
engage | v: to attract and keep someone’s attention and interest; to participate in or obtain services of something | |
endeavor | v: to make an earnest attempt or effort; to strive or work hard towards a goal or objective | |
caution | n: great care and attention that you take to avoid danger or mistakes; a warning against certain acts | |
addictive | adj: causing a strong desire or compulsion to use or consume repeatedly, often to the point of dependency or harm; habit-forming | |
humanly | adv: in a way that is characteristic of or relating to human beings; in a way that is possible for humans to achieve or accomplish | |
macho | adj: characterized by a strong sense of masculinity or male dominance, often in a way that is perceived as arrogant or aggressive | |
daring | adj: brave and taking risks | |
pancreas | n: a glandular organ in the digestive system that produces several important hormones, including insulin and glucagon, as well as digestive enzymes that help break down food in the small intestine | |
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 | |
expedition | n: a journey or voyage for a specific purpose | |
crack | v: to break or cause to break without dividing into separate parts; (noun) a line on the surface of something along which it has separated without breaking | |
ruin | v: to damage, spoil, or demolish something; (noun) an unrecoverable state of devastation and destruction, | |
relation | n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another | |
chunky | adj: characterized by being thick and heavy; containing or consisting of large, solid pieces; having a stocky, muscular build | |
captain | n: the leader of a group of people, especially who is in charge of a ship or aircraft | |
unmapped | adj: not yet charted, surveyed, or explored; not known, understood, or accounted for | |
sled | n: a vehicle used for traveling over snow or ice, typically consisting of a flat-bottomed frame mounted on runners, sometimes pulled by dogs or horses | |
harness | v: to control and exploit the power of something, especially natural resources that produce energy; (noun) a set of narrow pieces of leather and metal that are used to control or hold in place a person, animal, or object | |
misconception | n: a belief or an idea that is wrong because it has been based on faulty thinking, understanding, or hypothesis | |
nowadays | adv: at the current time, in comparison to the past | |
peter | v: to fail or lose power, efficiency, or value gradually before coming to an end | |
cruise | n: a voyage on a large ship for pleasure; driving or traveling at a leisurely pace | |
arguably | adv: used when expressing an opinion or idea that you believe can be proven true | |
audacious | adj: showing a willingness to take bold risks or to do something that is considered unconventional or daring; marked by originality, creativity, or boldness | |
scurvy | n: a disease resulting from a lack of vitamin C, characterized by swollen bleeding gums and the opening of previously healed wounds; (adjective) deserving to be despised | |
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 | |
precise | adj: sharply exact or accurate or delimited | |
obvious | adj: easy to see, discover or understand | |
halfway | adj: in or at a point midway or an equal distance between two points | |
irony | n: the expression of one’s meaning by using language that usually signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or rhetorical effect | |
tweet | n: a short, high sound made by a small bird; a message sent using Twitter, the social media application | |
vicarious | adj: experienced or felt through someone else’s actions or experiences; involving a substitution of oneself for another in an emotional or imagined way; indirect or secondary | |
adviser | n: a person who gives advice about a particular subject | |
mention | v: to speak or write about something or someone briefly | |
giant | adj: enormous; much bigger or more important than similar items usually are | |
inspiration | n: something that motivates or encourages someone to create or achieve something, or a feeling of excitement or creativity | |
adversity | n: difficulties or hardships that someone faces | |
tempest | n: a severe or violent storm, especially one with strong winds and rain; a tumultuous outburst of emotions or feelings | |
metaphor | n: a figure of speech in which an expression is used to refer to something that it does not denote to suggest a similarity | |
summon | v: to order someone to come to or be present at a specific place such as a court, or to arrange a meeting formally | |
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 | |
implore | v: to beg earnestly or desperately; to plead urgently for assistance or mercy |