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Word	Meaning	Advanced
ken	n: knowledge, perception, understanding, or range of sight; (verb) to be aware of or know
hale	adj: in good health and physical condition; strong and robust
linguist	n: a person who speaks several foreign languages; a person who studies or teaches languages or linguistics
generation	n: all the people born and living at about the same time, regarded collectively; the production of heat or electricity
halve	v: to divide something into two equal parts; to reduce something by half its original amount or size
diversity	n: the quality or fact of many different types of things or people being included in something; a range of different things or people
grave	n: a place where a dead body is buried, typically marked by a headstone or other memorial; a very serious, solemn, or important matter; (verb) to carve, cut, or etch a design, inscription, or mark onto a hard surface, such as stone or metal; (adjective) serious, solemn, or weighty in nature
philosophy	n: the study of general and fundamental questions, such as those about existence, reason, knowledge, values, mind
empirical	adj: based on or verifiable by observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic
glean	v: to collect information, knowledge, etc., in small amounts and often with difficulty; to gather, as natural products
dental	adj: of or relating to teeth
nun	n: a woman who has taken religious vows and is a member of a monastic community
placard	n: a sign or poster, usually large, used to advertise or promote something, to convey information, or to make a public announcement
protest	n: a strong expression of disagreement, disapproval, or opposition
occupation	n: a person’s job or profession; the act of taking possession
beat-up	adj: describing something old, damaged, or worn out from use; (verb) to defeat or overpower in a physical altercation
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
monk	n: a member of a religious community of men living under vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience
monastery	n: a building or complex of buildings in which members of a male religious community, called monks, live and worship
uprising	n: a public rebellion, especially against an established government or authority
starve	v: to suffer or die from lack of food; to cause someone or something to suffer or die from lack of food; to deprive something of necessary nourishment or sustenance
tort	n: a civil wrong or breach of duty that results in harm or loss to someone, for which legal action can be taken to claim compensation
gentle	adj: having or showing a kindly or tender nature; soft and mild
impressive	adj: arousing admiration due to size, quality, or skill
demeanor	n: a person’s behavior, attitude, or mannerisms, particularly about how others perceive them; the outward expression of one’s personality or character
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
translate	v: to convert or change words into another language
precious	adj: uncommon and extremely valuable
jewel	n: a precious stone that is cut and polished for use in jewelry
tolerance	n: the willingness to accept or tolerate something, especially something that is different or unpleasant
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
enlightenment	n: education that results in understanding and the spread of knowledge
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
portrait	n: a painting, picture; the likeness of a person, especially one showing the face
temple	n: a place of worship, especially one that is associated with a particular religion or faith; the flat area on either side of the forehead
sneak	v: to go somewhere, or take someone or something somewhere secretly or stealthily; to steal or do something secretly or stealthily
illegal	adj: not allowed by law
arrest	v: to take into custody
bunch	n: a grouping of several similar things which are growing or fastened together
tang	n: a strong, sharp taste or smell; a perceptible or distinctive flavor or aftertaste; a metallic ringing or sound
plateau	n: an elevated, relatively level expanse of land, typically vast and extending over a large area; a state or period of little or no change following a period of growth, development, or progress
pasture	n: an area of land used for grazing livestock
forehead	n: the part of the face above the eyebrows and below the hairline; the upper part of the face that extends from the eyes to the hairline
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
compassion	n: a strong feeling of sympathy and sadness for another’s suffering or bad luck
peasant	n: a farmer or agricultural worker who owns or rents a small piece of land and grows crops, especially in a traditional or undeveloped society
nowhere	adv: not in, at, or to any place; not anywhere
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
invasion	n: army’s act of forcibly entering another country or territory to take control of it
discovery	n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known
plot	n: a secret plan or scheme to achieve a specific goal; the plan or main story of a literary work; (verb) to plan secretly, usually something illegal
beggar	n: a person who asks for money or food from others, particularly as a means of survival due to poverty or homelessness
horseback	n: the back of a horse; the act of riding on a horse
violent	adj: involving or caused by physical force or aggression against someone or something
severe	adj: extremely serious or bad in feeling, manner, or strict and harsh; extremely strong or vigorous
rage	n: a strong feeling of anger or violence
icon	n: a picture or statue of a holy person considered to be a sacred thing; a little icon on the screen of a computer or smartphone that denotes an application or a file
spill	v: to cause or allow liquid to run or flow over the edge of its container by accident
accident	n: an unfortunate event, especially one causing damage or injury
tribe	n: a social group made up of members who live together, sharing the same language, culture, religion, etc., especially those who do not live in towns or cities
constantly	adv: all the time
belong	v: to be the property of someone or something; to be a member or part of a group; to be in the proper or appropriate place
fierce	adj: severe and violent in a way that is frightening
seismology	n: the scientific study of earthquakes and the behavior of seismic waves that occur within the Earth’s crust, as well as the structure and dynamics of the Earth’s interior
spear	n: a weapon with a long shaft and a sharp metal point used for battle, hunting, and fishing in the past
jungle	n: an area of tropical forest where in which trees and plants grow very thickly
hunt	v: to go after and try to catch wild animals to kill them for food, sport, or profit
tip	n: the top or extreme point of something slender or tapering, usually a mountain or hill; a piece of advice about something practical; a small amount of money given for services
dart	n: a small narrow pointed object, sometimes with feathers to help it fly, that is thrown or shot; (verb) to move along rapidly and lightly
environment	n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live
incredible	adj: unbelievable; enormous
infraction	n: a violation of a law or rule, especially a minor one
spray	n: a fine mist of liquid that is dispersed into the air; flower arrangement consisting of a single branch or shoot bearing flowers and foliage
defoliate	v: to remove or shed the leaves from a plant, either intentionally or unintentionally; to cause leaves to fall off, typically with a herbicide or other chemical substance
acre	n: a unit of land area in the US Customary System and the British Imperial System, equal to 4,840 square yards (= 4,047 square meters)
brunt	n: the force or impact of something, often used to describe the full force of an attack or criticism
shaman	n: a person who is regarded as having access to the spirit world and who typically acts as a healer or intermediary between spirits and humans in certain cultures and traditions
concerned	adj: feeling worry or interest about something; showing interest or attention
blend	v: to mix or combine two or more substances
animism	n: the belief that objects, places, and creatures possess a spiritual essence or soul; a belief system that emphasizes the interconnectedness of all living things and the natural world
surround	v: to be all around something or somebody
bin	n: a container, usually that has a lid and used for waste
laden	adj: heavily loaded or burdened
suppose	v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible
tribal	adj: relating to a social group or tribe, especially a preliterate society
phenomenon	n: something that exists and can be perceptible, especially one that is not fully understood
trance	n: a state of altered consciousness in which a person may seem to be asleep or unconscious but, in reality, is highly responsive to suggestion; a state of being deeply absorbed in thought or feeling, often characterized by a heightened awareness of one’s surroundings and emotions
juniper	n: a type of evergreen shrub or small tree belonging to the cypress family, typically characterized by needle-like or scale-like leaves and bearing small, berry-like cones
sacrifice	n: the act of killing an animal or person or surrendering a possession as an offering to a deity; (verb) to give up something important or valuable to help another person or get or do something that seems more important
inhale	v: to breathe in air or a different substance, such as smoke
pray	v: to make a request or petition to a higher power, especially in the form of a respectful or humble request
curriculum	n: a series of subjects comprising a course of study in a school, college, etc.
religion	n: a deep conviction in a supernatural power that controls human destiny
flexibility	n: the quality of changing or being changed easily according to new conditions or situations
clash	n: a fight or argument between two groups of people; a loud noise caused by striking against something
security	n: the state of being free from danger, risk, or harm; measures taken to protect against threats or attacks; a financial asset, such as a stock or bond that derives value exclusively from the ownership interest or claim to a particular underlying asset or obligation
indigenous	adj: someone or something that is native to or occurring naturally in a particular place
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
hooked	adj: being caught or caught up in something; curved down like an eagle’s beak
spot	n: a particular location or place; a small round or roundish area, differing in color or feels from the surface around it
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
Christ	n: the man that Christians believe is the prophet and the son of God, and whose life and sermons form the basis for Christianity
arctic	adj: of or relating to the region around the North Pole or the Arctic Ocean; very cold
stud	n: a small object with a head on one end and a sharp point on the other, used for fastening clothing, leather, or other materials; an animal used for breeding, typically a male horse or bull that is of superior breeding stock; (verb) to decorate or adorn with studs; to provide with studs for support
cabin	n: a small, simple dwelling or shelter, typically made of wood and located in a remote or rural area; an enclosed compartment or area within a larger structure, such as an aircraft or ship, where passengers or crew members can sit or sleep
roll	v: to move in a particular direction by turning over and over or from side to side
digital	adj: processing or storing information as a succession of 1 and 0 to show that a signal is present or missing; relating to the use of computer technology, especially the internet
storytelling	n: the act or art of narrating or writing stories
workshop	n: a place where people work, especially one where they do manual or practical work; a brief intensive course for a small group
workflow	n: the sequence of industrial, administrative, or other processes through which a piece of work passes from initiation to completion; the system of procedures, people, and resources that contribute to an organization’s productivity and efficiency
communicate	v: to share or exchange information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals
infrastructure	n: the basic systems, services, or features that are necessary for an organization or country, such as transport and power supplies
photoshop	v: to edit or manipulate digital images or photographs using Adobe Photoshop software or similar tools
generator	n: a machine that produces electricity
projector	n: a device that projects or casts an image onto a surface, often used for presentations, film screenings, or displaying visual content, typically involves using light and lenses to create an enlarged image
barn	n: a large farm building used for storage of crops or housing livestock
motto	n: a phrase or slogan that expresses a guiding principle or goal
insular	adj: relating to, characteristic of, or situated on an island, especially an isolated one; interested only in your own country, group, ideas, etc., and not in those from outside
geography	n: a field of science devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of the Earth
industrialize	v: to organize the production of something into an industry
pacific	adj: peaceful in character or intent; tending to lessen or avoid conflict; calm or soothing in manner or tone; (noun, as “Pacific”) the largest and deepest of Earth’s oceanic divisions
massive	adj: enormous amount; very heavy and solid
landslide	n: a large, sudden movement of a mass of rock, earth, or other material down a slope
hurricane	n: a violent, tropical, cyclonic storm of the western North Atlantic, having wind speeds of or over 64 knots (74 miles per hour)
stan	n: a passionate and obsessive fan of a particular celebrity, musician, or athlete, often to the point of being irrational or extreme
bury	v: to place a dead body in the ground, grave, or tomb
funeral	n: a ceremony or ritual honoring and remembering a deceased person, typically involving the burial or cremation of the body; a gathering or service to mourn the loss of someone who has died
chant	n: a simple melody or tune, typically one that is repeated or sung in a monotonous way; (verb) recite with musical intonation