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Word	Meaning	Advanced
jersey	n: a knitted garment typically made of wool or cotton, worn as a shirt or pullover
relative	adj: considered and evaluated through comparison with something else
cast	v: to cause light or shadow to appear on a surface; to assing or choose someone such as an actor or representative, especially by selection process
sightseeing	n: the activity of visiting places of interest in a particular location or region as a tourist, often by walking or taking a guided tour
sneak	v: to go somewhere, or take someone or something somewhere secretly or stealthily; to steal or do something secretly or stealthily
downstairs	adv: on or to a lower or ground floor of a building
inn	n: a small hotel or lodging establishment typically located in a rural area, often serving food and drink as well as lodging
blackface	n: (considered offensive) a form of theatrical makeup used to portray a negative and stereotypical caricature of black people, often involving the use of darkening makeup on the face
confuse	v: to mistake one thing for another; to make somebody hard to understand
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
minstrel	n: historically, a medieval poet, musician, or performer who traveled from place to place, often entertaining audiences with music, song, and poetry; a performer or entertainer who performs traditional or folk music, storytelling, or other forms of performance art
origin	n: the first existence or beginning of something
incident	n: an event or occurrence, often unexpected or unplanned; something that happens
cork	n: a type of light and buoyant material that comes from the bark of the cork oak tree often used as a stopper for bottles or as a material for insulation or flooring; (verb) to close or seal something with a cork or similar stopper
exaggerate	v: to describe or represent something as better or worse than it is
tight	adj: fixed, fastened, or kept together firmly or closely
coil	v: to wind something in a spiral or helical shape; to create a coil or coil-like shape; to group or organize something closely together in a circular or spiral pattern
wig	n: a head covering made of synthetic or real hair worn for a variety of reasons, including as a fashion accessory, to conceal hair loss or baldness, or as part of a costume
typical	adj: having the usual characteristics or traits of a specific group of things
parody	n: a humorous imitation of a serious piece of literature or music designed to ridicule or criticize the original work
intersperse	v: to scatter or distribute among or between other things; to insert or place something at intervals
stump	v: to cause to be perplexed or confused; (noun) the base part of a tree that remains standing after the tree has been felled
interlude	n: a period of time between two events or periods of activity, often marked by a pause or break; a brief entertainment or performance between two larger acts or events
skit	n: a short, often humorous performative piece or act, typically performed in a comic or satirical tone or style, as part of a variety show or a theatrical or musical performance
roster	n: a list of people’s names, often who are available to do a job
recurring	adj: happening or occurring again periodically or repeatedly
interlocutor	n: a person who participates in a conversation or dialogue; a person who speaks or converses with another
emcee	n: (a short for MC, a master of ceremonies) who introduces speakers, performers, or entertainers and keeps the event moving smoothly; (verb) to act as the master of ceremonies or a host of an event, typically by introducing performers, speakers, or other participants and helping to keep the event organized and flowing smoothly
clown	n: a performer, typically in a circus, who wears distinctive makeup and costumes and plays practical jokes, and performs tricks or stunts to entertain audiences
slave	n: a person who is, either legally or illegally, owned by someone; a person entirely dominated by some influence or a person
maternal	adj: relating to or characteristic of a mother; having feelings that are typical of a caring mother towards her child
hypersexualized	adj: characterized by the excessive or exaggerated focus on or depiction of sexual activity, often for commercial or entertainment purposes
wench	n: (considered offensive and is generally not used in modern English) a young woman or girl, usually of low social status
arrogant	adj: having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one’s importance or abilities
dandy	n: a man who is excessively fastidious in his dress and manner; (adjective) very good
zip	n: a fastener made of interlocking teeth or ridges that is used to join two edges or pieces of fabric; a sound or motion that resembles the sound made by a zipper when it is pulled; (of a computer) a popular file compression and archiving format; (short for Zone Improvement Plan) a system of postal codes used in the United States to help facilitate mail delivery more efficiently
brutal	adj: harsh or cruel
antic	adj: ludicrously strange and unusual; playful or amusing
illiterate	adj: unable to read or write; lacking basic education and knowledge in reading and writing
superior	adj: better, higher in quality, or more advanced than others
simplicity	n: the quality or condition of being natural and plain or easy to understand or do
buffoon	n: a foolish or clumsy person, especially one who amuses others by making funny faces or behaving in a silly way
capture	v: to catch a person or an animal and confine them in an area which they cannot escape
imaginary	adj: existing only in someone’s mind
wildfire	n: a large, uncontrolled fire that spreads quickly through a natural area such as a forest, grassland, or mountain slope
entertainment	n: public shows, films, television, or other performances or activities of enjoying people
applaud	v: to express approval of someone or something by clapping the hands
humor	n: the quality of being amusing or funny; the liquid parts of the body
entertain	v: to keep a group of people interested or excited; to take into consideration an idea or feeling
humanize	v: to make something or someone more humane or compassionate; to make something more relatable or understandable to humans
ridicule	n: speech or behavior that makes fun of or mocks someone or something; teasing, sarcasm, or scornful remarks that are intended to belittle or humiliate; (verb) to mock, criticize, or make fun of someone or something in a scornful or derisive way
abolitionist	n: a person who advocates for the abolition (the act of doing away with something) of slavery or some other practice considered unjust
filthy	adj: dirty or unclean, often to an extreme or offensive degree; morally offensive or obscene
scum	n: a layer of unwanted or unclean material that forms on the surface of a liquid or a solid, often containing dirt, oil, or other debris, also used figuratively to describe undesirable people or groups
complexion	n: the natural color, texture, and appearance of a person’s skin, especially their face
deny	v: to state that one refuses to admit the existence or truth of something
forge	v: to fashion or shape metal by heating it and hammering it into shape; to create or develop something new or original; to form strong bonds or relationships with others
appropriate	adj: suitable or proper in the circumstances; fitting
mask	v: to conceal something; (noun) a covering that you wear over your face to hide it
mock	v: to make fun of someone, usually by imitating them in a witty but harsh way
embrace	v: to accept something willingly and enthusiastically; (noun) the act of clasping another person in the arms as in greeting or affection
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
instruction	n: detailed direction, order, etc., on how to do or use something
routine	n: a usual or habitual way of doing things; a set sequence of steps, part of a larger computer program
costume	n: a set of clothes worn by an actor in a play or film or by a person representing a particular character or occupation
politician	n: a person who is a member of a government or law-making organization, especially as an elected member of parliament, etc.
fraternal	adj: relating to or like a brother or brothers; (of twins) derived from two separate fertilized ova (= the female reproductive cell)
tradition	n: a belief, custom, or way of doing something that has been passed down from generation to generation within a group or society
indelible	adj: cannot be removed, erased, or forgot
imprint	v: to make a mark or impression on a surface; to leave a lasting impression or influence on someone or something; (noun) a mark or impression made by pressing or stamping something onto a surface; a distinctive feature or characteristic that is left by something or someone
psyche	n: the human soul, mind, or spirit
racial	adj: of or related to the race (= classification of humans into groups based on physical traits or social relations)
stereotype	n: a fixed and unvarying idea or image that people have about what someone or something is like, but which is often not true in reality and may cause hurt and offense
circulate	v: to move continuously or freely around a place or closed system
vaudeville	n: a type of variety show that was popular in the late 19th and early 20th century, featuring a mix of comedy, music, dance, and other forms of entertainment; often characterized by a series of short acts or sketches performed by different performers
reinforcement	n: the act of strengthening, supporting, or consolidating; something that serves to strengthen or support
supremacy	n: the state, condition, or position of being superior to all others in authority, power, or status
inferiority	n: the state or condition of being lower in rank, quality, or status; a feeling or sense of being less worthy or capable than others
headline	n: a heading at the top of a newspaper or magazine story or page
haunt	v: to frequent or visit repeatedly, often in a way that is disturbing or unsettling; to occupy or fill the mind, often in a way that is unpleasant or persistent
survey	n: an investigation of the opinions, behavior, etc. of a particular group of people, made by asking people questions
conduct	v: to organize and carry out a particular activity
appeal	n: a serious, earnest, or urgent request for money, information, or help; a quality that makes somebody or something attractive or interest
impersonate	v: to pretend to be someone else, often with the intent to deceive or defraud; to imitate the mannerisms or speech of another person as a form of tribute or satire
slavery	n: the practice or system of owning, buying, and selling people as property and forcing them to work
segregation	n: the act or process of separating or isolating people, things, or groups based on race, gender, religion, social class, or other characteristics; a political or social system that enforces such separation or isolation
continually	adv: in a way that happens without interruption or repeatedly
reappear	v: to show up again or return after not being heard of or seen for a period of time
echo	n: a sound heard after being reflected off a surface, such as a wall or a cliff
suffer	v: to experience pain, distress, or hardship; to undergo or endure something painful or unpleasant
grotesque	adj: bizarre or fantastic in shape, appearance, or character; fantastic; bizarre
persistent	adj: continuing firmly or obstinately in the course of action despite difficulty or opposition; lasting or enduring without fading or being lost over time
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
prejudice	n: a thought or feeling that is unfair and makes no sense, mainly when it is formed without enough thought or knowledge
breed	v: to keep animals for producing offspring in a regulated manner
infiltrate	v: to enter or penetrate a group, organization, or place covertly or secretly, usually with a specific purpose or goal in mind; to spread or diffuse through something gradually or subtly
ingrained	adj: deeply rooted in someone’s mind or behavior; difficult to change due to being established for a long time
subjugate	v: to bring under control; to conquer; to make subservient to one’s authority
embody	v: to represent or exemplify something; to give tangible form to an abstract idea
perpetuate	v: to make something continue or prevail for a long time
continuum	n: a series of similar items in which no part or portion is distinct or distinguishable from adjacent parts
aggression	n: the act of attacking or assaulting; hostile or violent behavior
psychic	adj: relating to or capable of extrasensory perception or paranormal phenomena; relating to the mind or mental processes
refuse	v: to show that one is not willing to do or accept something
heal	v: to make a wound or injury to become well again
impersonation	n: the act of deliberately imitating or pretending to be someone else, often for comedic or deceptive purposes
shift	n: a slight transition in position, direction, or trend
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
develop	v: to grow or expand; to improve or refine through a process of progress and refinement, often to achieve greater sophistication or complexity; to elaborate or add detail to something that is in the process of being created
expansive	adj: large or wide in extent or scope; friendly and open and willing to talk
narrative	n: a story or a description of a series of events or process of telling a story
complexity	n: the state or quality of being complicated or intricate and difficult to understand
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
symbol	n: something visible that is used to represent something else
reinforce	v: to strengthen or support something, especially by adding another material to it; to make emotion, idea, etc. stronger
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
ideology	n: a set of beliefs or philosophies that an economic or political system is based on
assess	v: to judge or decide the nature or quality of someone or something
bias	n: a strong feeling in favor of or against one group of people, an idea, or thing, often not based on fair judgment
responsible	adj: answerable or accountable for something within one’s power, control, or management
dismantle	v: to take apart or demolish (a structure, machine, system, or the like); to strip off fittings or equipment
oppress	v: to treat people in a cruel and authoritarian way, especially by denying them the same freedoms, rights, etc. as other people
humiliate	v: to cause someone to feel ashamed, embarrassed, or degraded, especially in public or through revealing personal information
confront	v: to face, meet or deal with a problem or difficult situation or person