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Word	Meaning	Advanced
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
surround	v: to be all around something or somebody
amazing	adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire
wildlife	n: animals, birds, insects, etc. that grow independently of people and live in natural conditions
enormous	adj: extremely large or great
scream	v: to give a loud, high shout suddenly, especially because of fear, anger, excitement, etc.; to utter or declare in a very loud voice
isolate	v: to physically or socially separate someone or something from other people or things
outsider	n: a person who is not part of a particular group, community, or society; someone who is considered to be on the periphery or outside of established social circles
extract	n: a short passage taken from a book, piece of music, etc.; a substance obtained from something through a specific process; (verb) to obtain from something or to remove something by effort or force
mechanical	adj: operated by a machine, relating to or concerned with machinery or tools
utility	n: the state or quality of being useful or convenient; the service, such as electric power or water or transportation, provided by a public
electrify	v: to make a machine or system work by using electricity; to make someone extremely enthusiastic about or interested in something
oxygen	n: the chemical element with the symbol O that is present in air and water and is necessary for people, animals, and plants to live
strike	v: to wallop somebody or something with the hand, fist, or weapon; to have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
pension	n: a regular payment to a person made by the government or a private company that is intended to allow them to subsist without working
waltz	n: a ballroom dance in triple time that originated in Vienna and is characterized by a flowing, graceful style and a strong accent on the first beat of each measure
anomaly	n: something or someone that deviates from what is expected or normal, often in a way that is difficult to explain or understand
puzzling	adj: confusing or difficult to understand; mysterious
X-ray	n: a type of electromagnetic radiation that has a wavelength shorter than visible light allowing hidden objects such as bones and organs inside the body to be photographed
puzzled	adj: confused or uncertain because you do not understand something
vermiculite	n: a hydrated laminar mineral, commonly resembling mica that expands greatly on heating, used in insulation, horticulture, and as a medium for seed germination
soil	n: the top layer of Earth in which plants grow
insulate	v: to protect something by interposing material that prevents heat, noise, electricity, etc.
loft	n: a large, open space in an upper part of a building, typically under a roof; a raised platform or gallery in a building, which is used for storage or as a work or living space
playground	n: an area where many people go for recreation, especially at a school or in a park
skate	n: a type of footwear that has a blade attached to its sole for skating on ice or other hard surfaces; an activity or sport that involves gliding on skates on ice or other hard surfaces
rink	n: a flat, typically enclosed surface used for skating or other recreational activities such as roller skating, ice hockey, or curling
toxic	adj: of or relating to or caused by a poison; poisonous
asbestos	n: a set of naturally occurring fibrous minerals that were previously used in various building materials, including insulation, roofing, and fireproofing, but later found to be carcinogenic and cause respiratory diseases
puzzle	n: a situation that is difficult to follow or solve; a game, problem, or toy that tests a person’s ingenuity or knowledge; (verb) to cause someone to feel confused because of something difficult to understand
amaze	v: to fill with wonder, surprise, or admiration
annoying	adj: making someone feel slightly angry
insist	v: to say something clearly or demand something forcefully, especially when other people disagree with or oppose what you say
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
eventually	adv: finally, particularly after a long time or a lot of struggle, complications, and so on
bunch	n: a grouping of several similar things which are growing or fastened together
bumper	n: a device, typically made of rubber or metal, that projects from the front or rear of a vehicle and absorbs impact in the event of a collision; a metal bar on a vehicle used to push objects out of the way
stick	v: to put something, usually a sharp object, into something; to restrict yourself to doing or using one certain thing and not change; (noun) a thin piece of wood or other material
display	v: to exhibit or show something to others, often to attract attention or demonstrate its features, properties, or value
advent	n: the arrival or beginning of something; the coming of Jesus Christ at his birth
definitely	adv: without any question and beyond doubt; clearly
argue	v: to express differing opinions or points of view, often in a heated or contentious manner; to present a case or reasoning to persuade or convince others
nevertheless	adv: in spite of that; yet
victim	n: a person who has been harmed, injured, or otherwise negatively affected by a particular action, circumstance, or event
industrious	adj: hardworking, diligent, and persistent in effort
accident	n: an unfortunate event, especially one causing damage or injury
inhabitant	n: a person or an animal that lives in a particular place
discovery	n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known
mortality	n: the quality or state of being subject to death
grandchild	n: a child of someone’s son or daughter
ignorance	n: lack of knowledge or information about a particular subject or fact
blind	adj: unable to see; unable or unwilling to perceive or understand the true nature of something
willful	adj: deliberate or intentional; done on purpose; characterized by stubborn determination or self-will
concept	n: an idea or principle associated with something abstract
deem	v: to consider or decide something in a particular way
mortgage	n: a loan secured by the collateral of a specific property, such as a house, that is repaid over a set period of time with interest; the legal agreement governing this loan
afford	v: to have enough money or time to be able to buy or do something
manipulate	v: to influence or control something or someone to your advantage, often in an unfair or dishonest way
ignore	v: to intentionally not listen or pay attention to
Catholic	adj: universal and including many different types of things; related to or associated with the part of the Christian Church that has the Pope as its leader
church	n: a building or institution dedicated to religious worship or activities; a Christian religious organization or denomination
abuse	n: the use of something in an incorrect or harmful manner
runup	n: the period leading up to a specific event, such as an election, deadline, or project completion; the act of running up to something, as in a race or competition
epic	n: a long and eventful or heroic history, story, poem, or film; (adjective) very imposing or impressive
institutionalize	v: to establish or make something a part of an institution (= a place such as a university, hospital, etc.)
academic	adj: associated with schools, colleges, and universities, especially studying and thinking, not with practical skills
corporation	n: a large company or group of companies that are controlled together by law as a single unit
duplicate	v: to make or be an exact copy of something; to reproduce something
silent	adj: without any or little sound
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
disease	n: a disorder or illness that affects the body or mind, often characterized by specific symptoms or abnormal functioning of organs or systems
circumstance	n: the specific conditions or events that surround a particular situation or occurrence
retaliation	n: the act of seeking vengeance or revenge in response to a perceived wrong or harm suffered, usually to cause harm to the person or group responsible for the initial act
futile	adj: incapable of producing any useful result; pointless
protest	n: a strong expression of disagreement, disapproval, or opposition
recurrent	adj: occurring again, repeatedly, or frequently; returning
encounter	v: to face something, particularly something unpleasant or difficult, while attempting to do something else; to meet, especially unexpectedly
whistleblower	n: a person who reveals or reports illegal, unethical, or immoral activities, primarily in the workplace or government, that are not publicly known but harm the public interest or other people
profound	adj: extremely great; sensed or experienced very strongly; displaying a high level of knowledge or comprehension
mythology	n: a collection of myths (= traditional stories accepted as history) or the study of myths
crazy	adj: stupid or not sensible; very angry
loyal	adj: giving or remaining firm and constant support to a person, institution, product, etc.;
conservative	adj: holding traditional views and values and opposed to change or innovation
dedicate	v: to give all of your energy, time, etc., entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause; to set apart for a particular purpose or use
crush	v: to press it firmly, usually with your hands or a tool, so that it becomes flat or smaller
pride	n: a feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one’s achievements
photograph	n: a picture or image that is produced by a camera; a visual representation or record of a person, object, or scene that has been captured electronically or on film
shock	n: a strong feeling or physical reaction to a sudden and unexpected event or experience, especially something unpleasant
obedient	adj: willing to do what someone in authority tells you to do
bliss	n: extreme happiness or joy
surgeon	n: a doctor who is trained to perform medical operations that involve cutting open a person’s body
prompt	v: to make someone decide to or try to do something, or to make something happen
relation	n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another
refusal	n: the act of showing or saying that one is not willing to do or accept something
military	adj: relating to or characteristic of members of the armed forces; of or relating to war or warfare
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
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.;
traumatic	adj: relating to or caused by injury, especially emotional injury
syndrome	n: a group of signs and symptoms that occur together and are characteristic of a particular condition or disorder
psychology	n: the scientific study of mind and behavior
medical	adj: relating to the treatment of illness or injuries; relating to the practice of medicine
assist	v: to help someone in doing anything
hard-won	adj: achieved with great effort, perseverance, or sacrifice; earned or gained only after overcoming significant obstacles or challenges
censorship	n: the act or process of suppression or restriction of any portions of books, films, news, etc. that are judged obscene, politically unacceptable, or a threat to security
ethnicity	n: the cultural characteristics of a particular group, such as language, religion, and traditions, that distinguish them from other groups
orientation	n: a person’s basic attitudes, beliefs, and preferences about particular things; a course introducing a new situation or environment
argument	n: a set of statements or reasons used to support or refute a proposition or theory; a verbal or physical fight or dispute
row	n: an arrangement of objects or people side by side in a line; (verb) to propel a boat through the water using oars
colleague	n: one of a group of a coworker, especially in a profession or a business
conflict	n: a strong disagreement, argument, or a violent clash between two opposing groups or individuals
naysaying	n: the act or practice of habitually objecting or criticizing; a tendency to be negative, pessimistic, or unsupportive
collaborate	v: to work with someone else to produce or achieve something
opponent	n: a person against whom you are playing or fighting in a game, competition, debate, etc.
immense	adj: extremely large or great
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
incredible	adj: unbelievable; enormous
patience	n: the ability to remain calm and composed in the face of adversity, delay, or frustration; the capacity to tolerate or endure difficult or unpleasant situations without becoming upset or angry
absolute	adj: perfect or complete or to the most considerable degree possible
determination	n: the quality of being persistent and purposeful; the act of finding out the exact nature or essence of something
clinic	n: a building or hospital department where people can go for medical care or advice, especially of a particular condition
din	n: a loud, confused noise; a loud, persistent racket
highway	n: a main road, especially one connecting major towns or cities
replace	v: to take the place of something
contaminate	v: to make something impure, unclean, or poisonous by contact or mixture
celebrity	n: someone who is well-known, particularly in the entertainment industry
saint	n: a person who is recognized as having an exceptional degree of holiness, virtue, or devotion
ordinary	adj: not different, exceptional, or unexpected in any way, especially in quality, ability, size, or degree