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Word	Meaning	Advanced
greet	v: to say hello to someone; to express welcome on meeting someone
splendid	adj: very impressive or beautiful; magnificent
vista	n: a pleasing or expansive view, most often of a landscape or a cityscape; a broad and extensive view or outlook
sailor	n: a person who works on a ship or other seafaring vessel, often responsible for operating the ship and performing various duties onboard
seductive	adj: tempting or alluring attractively or persuasively; often used to describe a person, behavior, or idea that is intended to lure or entice someone into a specific action or belief
county	n: an administrative division of a country or state, typically one of several comprising a larger division
define	v: to state or explain precisely the nature, scope, or meaning of something
secondly	adv: used to introduce the second point or item in a list or series of statements, considerations, etc.
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
ineffable	adj: too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words; too sacred or spiritual to be spoken of
charm	n: the power or quality of pleasing or fascinating people
pleasant	adj: enjoyable, attractive, friendly, or agreeable
quo	n: the existing state or condition of something, especially in relation to a particular situation or issue
tick	n: a light, sharp, repetitive sound or action; a mark indicating that something is correct or has been done; any of two families of small parasitic arachnids with barbed proboscis
immerse	v: to become fully involved in a particular activity; to dip or submerge in a liquid, especially so that they or it are entirely covered
apiece	adv: to, from, or by each one of a group
landscape	n: an expanse of scenery that can be seen in a single view; a large area of land, especially in the country and relating to its appearance
dispatch	v: to send someone or something somewhere for a particular purpose; to send a message or piece of information
cotton	n: a plant that is grown in warm countries and bears bolls containing seeds with soft and long hairs that are made into textile fiber and thread for sewing
arid	adj: lacking in moisture or rainfall; dry and barren; lacking in interest, life, or vitality
climate	n: the weather in a particular location averaged over some long period
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
anthropology	n: the scientific study of humanity, concerned with human behavior, human biology, cultures, societies, and linguistics in both the present and past, including past human species
spreadsheet	n: a computer program that is used for displaying and dealing with numbers by arranging them in rows and columns
brokerage	n: the business of buying and selling goods or services on behalf of others, often for a commission or fee; the activity of acting as an intermediary or agent in negotiations or deals between two parties
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
gusto	n: great enthusiasm, enjoyment, and vigor in doing something; zest or keenness
zone	n: a specific area, region, or section that is marked off or defined in some way
democracy	n: a form of government in which the people have the authority to deliberate and decide legislation, or to choose governing officials to do so
poke	v: to push or prod with a sharp object or the finger
premier	adj: first in importance, order, or position; leading
motel	n: a type of hotel that typically offers lower-priced accommodations with fewer amenities than a full-service hotel; a motor hotel
resident	n: a person who lives in a particular place or has their home in a place
symbol	n: something visible that is used to represent something else
bond	n: a close emotional connection between two or more people; a certificate of debt that a government or corporation issues to raise money
venture	n: a business project or activity that is risky or daring
capitalism	n: an economic system based on the private ownership of the means of production and their operation for profit
invite	v: to ask someone to come or join; to offer an opportunity or possibility for something to happen or take place
fellow	adj: someone who has the same job or interests as you, or is in the same class, profession, or situation as you
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
bait	n: a type of food or lure used to attract fish, animals, or people; something used to provoke or irritate someone into responding or reacting in a certain way
buy-in	v: to buy something in large quantities for future use; to accept or adopt something
bluff	v: to try to deceive someone into believing that you can or are going to do something, or that you have knowledge or abilities; (noun) a high steep bank, usually formed by river erosion
saltiness	n: the quality or state of being salty
conversation	n: an informal talk between two or more people to exchange their views, ideas, information, etc.
entertainer	n: a performer who provides amusement or enjoyment to an audience, often through acting, music, dancing, or comedy
barbecue	n: a cooking method or apparatus that uses open flames or heated coals to grill or smoke meat, fish, or vegetables; a social gathering or meal characterized by outdoor grilling or barbecuing of food
immigration	n: the act or process of coming to live permanently in a foreign country
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
illegal	adj: not allowed by law
protest	n: a strong expression of disagreement, disapproval, or opposition
glean	v: to collect information, knowledge, etc., in small amounts and often with difficulty; to gather, as natural products
debate	n: a formal discussion or argument of opposing viewpoints, often to persuade others to adopt a specific position; a public discussion, often on an issue of current interest, in which participants offer opinions and differing perspectives
preview	n: an early look or showing of a movie, book, or other creative work before its official release or presentation; a brief overview or introduction of something
heaven	n: (of various religious and mythological traditions) a place or state of existence considered to be the abode of the divine, the afterlife, or a higher realm of being; a state of great happiness, contentment, or beauty
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
panhandle	v: to ask for money or donations on the street by holding out a container or sign; to beg for money or support; (noun) a narrow strip of land projecting from a larger territory, typically with a shape resembling the handle of a pan
gorgeous	adj: wonderful and attractive
paradise	n: a place or state of perfect happiness; a heaven on earth
hunt	v: to go after and try to catch wild animals to kill them for food, sport, or profit
fishery	n: an area of water where fish are caught in large quantities for living; a business or practice of catching and selling fish
handy	adj: valuable and convenient; easy or ready to reach or use
retire	v: to withdraw from one’s position or occupation, especially because of age
flee	v: to leave by running away, especially out of fear or danger
racial	adj: of or related to the race (= classification of humans into groups based on physical traits or social relations)
unrest	n: a state of agitation or disturbance; lack of calm or peace
expatriate	n: a person who lives outside their native country
conservatism	n: a political and social ideology that seeks to preserve traditional values, institutions, and practices and resist change or innovation, often associated with a preference for limited government, free markets, and strong national defense
license	n: an official permission or authorization to do, use, or own something; a legal document that grants the holder the right to perform certain activities, such as driving a car, practicing a profession, or using a particular product or service
nervous	adj: worried and anxious about something; relating to the nerves
peculiar	adj: odd and uncommon, sometimes in an unpleasant way
brand	n: a type of product, service, etc., made by a particular company and sold under a specific name; identification mark on the skin of livestock, criminals, etc., made by burning
paranoia	n: a mental condition characterized by delusions of persecution, unwarranted jealousy, or exaggerated self-importance, typically compounded by feelings of anxiety or irritability
permeate	v: to spread throughout; to pass through or penetrate every part of something
pickup	n: a type of vehicle with an open-air cargo bed at the back used for transporting goods or equipment; the act of collecting or gathering someone or something from a particular location; a warrant to take someone into custody
notepad	n: (also scratchpad) a small pad of paper or a digital device used for taking notes
confederate	n: a person who is allied or associated with another person or group, especially in a political or military context; a supporter of the Confederate States of America
chain	n: a series of connected links or objects; a system or group of interconnected elements; a restraint or shackle
cell-phone	n: a portable electronic device used for making and receiving phone calls, sending text messages, and accessing the internet wirelessly
paraphernalia	n: equipment, tools, or items necessary for a particular activity, profession, or hobby; personal belongings or accessories associated with a particular activity or lifestyle
compound	n: an item composed of two or more distinct elements combined; a chemical formed by the combination of two or more elements
supremacy	n: the state, condition, or position of being superior to all others in authority, power, or status
ministry	n: a department of government responsible for a particular area of public service
religion	n: a deep conviction in a supernatural power that controls human destiny
retreat	n: the act of moving back or withdrawing from a position or situation; a period of rest or relaxation away from work or everyday life
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
journalist	n: a person who collects and writes news stories or articles for newspapers, magazines, radio, television, or other online media
memorable	adj: worth remembering or likely to be remembered, especially because of being very important or remarkable
episode	n: a happening or story that is distinctive in a series of related events; an abrupt short period during which someone suffers from the effects of a physical or mental illness
sidle	v: to move or walk sideways carefully or furtively; to approach or move sneakily or cautiously, often to avoid attention or confrontation
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
separatist	adj: relating to or advocating for the separation or withdrawal of a group or region from a larger entity, often for political, cultural, or ideological reasons; seeking independence or autonomy
explicit	adj: stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt
emigrate	v: to leave one’s country or region to settle in another
comfort	n: a state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint
implicit	adj: suggested but not directly expressed
associate	v: to mentally connect someone or something with someone or something else
redeem	v: to compensate for the faults or bad aspects of something; to regain possession or assume ownership of something by paying a sum of money or fulfilling a condition; to rescue or save someone from a difficult or hopeless situation
church	n: a building or institution dedicated to religious worship or activities; a Christian religious organization or denomination
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
congregate	v: to come together or gather in a group or assembly; to collect or accumulate in a particular place or area
suburb	n: an outlying district or residential area of a city or town, typically comprising middle-class and affluent neighborhoods
historic	adj: famous or significant in history, or potentially so
exotic	adj: originating from or characteristic of a foreign country or culture; strikingly unusual, uncommon, or intriguing
migration	n: the movement of animals to a new location, frequently as the seasons change
phenomenon	n: something that exists and can be perceptible, especially one that is not fully understood
alarming	adj: causing concern or apprehension; causing a feeling of danger, harm, or emergency; unsettling or disturbing
conscious	adj: being aware of and able to respond to what is happening around you
unconscious	adj: in the state of lacking awareness and the capacity for sensory perception, especially as the result of a head injury or illness
bias	n: a strong feeling in favor of or against one group of people, an idea, or thing, often not based on fair judgment
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
outcome	n: the result or effect of an action, event, etc.
welfare	n: the general health, happiness, and prosperous of a person or group
abuse	n: the use of something in an incorrect or harmful manner
density	n: the quality of compactness of a substance
merit	n: the quality of being particularly good or worthy, especially to deserve praise or reward
privatize	v: to transfer ownership or control of a business or industry from government or public control to private ownership or control; to make something into a private enterprise or organization
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
smug	adj: excessively pleased with oneself; self-righteously complacent
urban	adj: relating to or located in a town or city
affable	adj: friendly, pleasant, and easy to talk to; characterized by warmth and friendliness in social interactions
interpersonal	adj: connected with relationships between people
relation	n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another
vast	adj: enormous in size, number, amount, or quantity
residential	adj: relating to, suitable for, or used for living in
educational	adj: relating to education or providing knowledge or instruction
segregate	v: to separate or set apart from others, often based on race, gender, or some other characteristic
translate	v: to convert or change words into another language
devastating	adj: causing a great deal of destruction or damage
irony	n: the expression of one’s meaning by using language that usually signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or rhetorical effect
individual	n: a single person or thing, as distinct from a group
backward	adv: at, to, or toward the direction or place that is behind or rear
outlook	n: the likely future situation for someone or something; a habitual or characteristic mental attitude to life and the world of a particular person, group, or culture
proverb	n: a short saying that expresses a truth or gives advice based on practical experience
delight	n: a feeling of great pleasure or happiness
ghetto	n: an area of a city in which members of a particular group, typically an ethnic minority, usually live in poverty and with a high population density
context	n: the circumstances, facts, or conditions that surround a particular event, situation, or statement and that give it meaning
animate	v: to make something full of interest and energy
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
confront	v: to face, meet or deal with a problem or difficult situation or person
vent	n: a small opening to escape or release gas, air, liquid, etc.; activity or process that frees or expresses strong creative energy or emotion