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Word	Meaning	Advanced
herculean	adj: requiring great strength, effort, or endurance; of or relating to the legendary strength of the ancient Greek hero Hercules
Zeus	n: the king of the gods in ancient Greek mythology, who was the god of the sky and thunder, and was the most powerful of the Olympian gods, who resided on Mount Olympus
champion	n: someone who has won first place in a competition; someone who fights for a specific group of people or a belief
humankind	n: the whole of the living human inhabitants of the earth
gaze	v: to stare at something or someone for an extended time, usually out of surprise or adoration, or because you are thinking about something else
horror	n: intense fear or disgust, especially at something shocking or terrifying
committed	adj: willing to put in a lot of effort, time, and energy into something; firmly believing in something
unspeakable	adj: too terrible, shocking, or distressing to speak about
imaginable	adj: capable of being imagined
goddess	n: a female god, especially in ancient mythology; a woman who is worshipped or adored
adultery	n: voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and someone who is not their spouse
strike	v: to wallop somebody or something with the hand, fist, or weapon; to have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
temporary	adj: not lasting or be used for a very long
curse	n: a rude or offensive word or an expression that is not polite and shows that you are very angry
mad	adj: insane, especially due to a mental illness; very angry
casualty	n: a person who has been killed or injured in a war, accident, or other disasters; a victim
consume	v: to spend something, especially fuel, energy, or time, in a large amount
grief	n: a very great sadness, especially when somebody dies
oracle	n: a person or agency regarded as a source of wisdom, knowledge, or prophecy; an utterance, often ambiguous or obscure, that is considered to have prophetic or wise significance
atonement	n: the act or process of making amends for wrongdoing or mistake, often by making restitution or providing compensation; reconciliation or the restoration of harmony between individuals or groups who were previously in conflict
cousin	n: the child of your aunt or uncle
humiliate	v: to cause someone to feel ashamed, embarrassed, or degraded, especially in public or through revealing personal information
pit	n: a hole in the ground or a cavity in a surface; a place for storing or holding something; a section of a theater or sports arena where people can sit
invincible	adj: incapable of being conquered, defeated, or overcome; unassailable
monster	n: an imaginary creature that is large and has various human and animal parts; someone or something large and powerful
fathomable	adj: able to be understood or comprehended; able to be measured or explored to a certain depth
epic	n: a long and eventful or heroic history, story, poem, or film; (adjective) very imposing or impressive
adventure	n: a journey or a series of events that is unusual, exciting, or dangerous
labor	n: productive work, especially physical work done for wages; the people who do manual or physical work in a country or company for wage; (verb) to work hard or to strive and make an effort to reach a goal
slay	v: to kill violently, especially with a weapon
kidnapping	n: the act of taking somebody away illegally and holding them captive
devour	v: to eat or consume something eagerly or ravenously; or to destroy something rapidly
warrior	n: a person who engaged in or experienced warfare, especially in the past
fur	n: the hairy coat of a mammal, especially when fine, soft, and thick
impervious	adj: unable to be affected by something; not allowing something to pass through, especially fluid; unresponsive or indifferent to criticism or persuasion
arrow	n: a thin, pointed projectile designed to be shot from a bow; a symbol or pointer that is shaped like an arrow
cave	n: a large hole in the side of a hill, cliff, mountain, or under the ground
stun	v: to make a person or an animal unconscious or dizzy, especially by hitting them on the head; to make someone surprised or shocked greatly
strangle	v: to choke or suffocate someone by compressing their neck; to inhibit or suppress something, such as a movement or idea
claw	n: a curved, pointed appendage found on the foot or leg of an animal, used for gripping or grasping; a human hand with long, narrow fingers that are curved like a claw; a machine or tool with a claw-like opening used for gripping or lifting objects
frightening	adj: causing fear or alarm, or very surprising and alarming
jar	n: a cylindrical container, typically made of glass, metal, or pottery, with a wide mouth and a screwed or sealed lid, used for storing food, liquids, and other materials
trophy	n: an object or prize, such as a cup or plaque, awarded to the winner of a competition or contest
distance	n: the amount of space between two points, measured in units such as miles, meters, or kilometers; the extent, scope, or range between two things, such as distance or emotional distance
hydra	n: a freshwater polyp with a tubular body and several tentacles; (of mythology) a serpentine monster with many heads that regrow when cut off; a problem or a situation that is difficult to overcome because it multiplies or gets worse as soon as one aspect of it is solved or eliminated
giant	adj: enormous; much bigger or more important than similar items usually are
serpent	n: a large snake
fierce	adj: severe and violent in a way that is frightening
hopeless	adj: having no hope; despairing; having no chance of success
nephew	n: a son of your brother or sister
cauterize	v: to burn or sear tissue, especially for medical purposes, to stop bleeding, or remove abnormal tissue
regrow	v: to grow back or regenerate after being cut or removed, such as cells or tissues in the body, or plants and vegetation
constellation	n: a group of stars that form a recognizable pattern and have a name; a group of related or similar ideas, things, or people
hind	adj: situated at the back or rear; coming after, following; of, or relating to the hindquarters or hind legs of an animal
outrun	v: to run faster or farther than someone or something else, often to escape from danger or capture; to outpace or outmaneuver someone or something in a competition or pursuit
trap	n: a piece of equipment or hole for catching animals or people; (verb) to catch animals or people and prevent them from escaping
sacred	adj: connected with religion or religious purposes; worthy of respect or dedication because of a connection with a god
hunt	v: to go after and try to catch wild animals to kill them for food, sport, or profit
swear	v: to make a solemn promise or vow; to use rude or offensive language
mistress	n: a woman who has an ongoing extramarital sexual relationship with a, often, married man; a woman who is in a position of authority or control and directs the work of others
capture	v: to catch a person or an animal and confine them in an area which they cannot escape
boar	n: a wild pig, especially a male with tusks
ravage	v: to cause damage to something badly
centaur	n: a mythological creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body (including legs and tail) of a horse
chase	v: to pursue something or someone to catch or capture them; to go after something vigorously or with determination; (noun) a pursuit or a hunt; a narrow groove or channel cut into a surface, often used for decorative purposes
leftover	adj: not consumed or used at the end of something
stable	adj: firm and steady; not easily moved, disturbed, or changed
divine	adj: of, from, or like a god; holy or sacred
cattle	n: cows, bulls, and buffalos that are raised for their milk or meat as farm animals
maintain	v: to continue to uphold or sustain; to keep in a particular state or condition; to assert or declare something to be true
livestock	n: farm animals and birds such as cows, sheep, and chickens
hero	n: a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities; a character in literature or history who is central to the plot and who exhibits heroic qualities
massive	adj: enormous amount; very heavy and solid
trench	n: a long, deep ditch made in the ground, usually parallel to a plate boundary and marking a subduction zone; a long ditch built in the ground for carrying away water
reroute	v: to redirect or change the course or direction of something
spotless	adj: perfectly clean and free of any blemish, defect, or dirt; impeccably neat and tidy
foe	n: an enemy or opponent; someone or something that is opposed to or in conflict with another
strategy	n: a detailed plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall goal.
defeat	v: to win against somebody in a fight, war, or attempt
carnivorous	adj: feeding on the flesh of other animals
nest	n: a structure in which animals lay their eggs or give birth to their young
impenetrable	adj: not able to be passed through, entered, or understood
swamp	n: an area of low-lying land that is flooded or saturated with water, often having a growth of natural vegetation
rattle	v: to make or cause to make short, successive, sharp, and loud sounds
mortal	adj: subject to death; unrelenting and deadly
bull	n: a male bovine animal; an investor who has a positive outlook on the market or a particular investment and buys with the expectation of prices increasing
rampage	n: a violent and uncontrollable outburst of destructive behavior
chokehold	n: a wrestling or martial arts hold in which the arms are used to exert pressure on an opponent’s neck, cutting off their air supply and temporarily incapacitating them
medicinal	adj: of or relating to the treatment or cure of disease
wrestling	n: a sport in which two contestants grapple and try to throw each other to the ground
ensue	v: to happen or follow as a result or consequence of something
feast	n: a large meal, typically one served on a special occasion
calm	adj: not excited, angry, or nervous; free from wind, large waves
bind	v: to tie or fasten someone or something tightly with rope, string, etc. so that they cannot move or are held together strongly
involve	v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else
retrieve	v: to find or get something back
belt	v: to sing loudly and forcefully; to hit someone or something hard; (noun) a strip of leather or other material worn to tie or buckle something around the body
impressive	adj: arousing admiration due to size, quality, or skill
exploit	v: to make full use of and gain an advantage from resources, opportunities, etc.
willingness	n: the state of being ready or inclined to do something
herd	n: a group of animals of the same type that live or are kept together as livestock
magical	adj: produced by or containing supernatural powers
annoy	v: to make someone angry, anxious, or irritating slightly
desert	n: arid land with little or no vegetation often covered with sand or rocks
admire	v: to have regard for or respect for someone’s qualities or the actions they have performed
strength	n: the quality or state of being physically, or sometimes mentally, strong
chariot	n: a two-wheeled horse-drawn battle vehicle used in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome for warfare and racing
herdsman	n: a person who manages or cares for a herd of livestock, typically cattle, sheep, or goats
announce	v: to make something known or officially inform people about something
obtain	v: to get something, especially by making a great effort
nymph	n: (in Greek and Roman mythology) a minor female nature deity typically associated with a particular location or landform
shape-shifter	n: a mythical or fictional being that can change its form or appearance, particularly about animals or supernatural creatures
rev	n: a measure of the rate at which an engine or motor rotates, often expressed in revolutions per minute (RPM); (verb) to increase the number of rotations per minute
locate	v: to specify or determine the exact position of someone or something
atlas	n: a book of maps or charts; a figure in Greek mythology who bore the weight of the world on his shoulders
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
eager	adj: showing enthusiasm and a strong desire or interest to do something
comply	v: to obey an order, set of rules, or request
hound	v: to persistently pursue, harass, or pressure someone or something, often in a negative or unwelcome way; (noun) a type of dog, often bred for hunting that has a keen sense of smell and is known for its persistence and tenacity
underworld	n: the criminal world or the world of organized crime; the realm of the dead in various mythologies
descend	v: to move downward and lower; to come from, or to be connected by a relationship of blood
lord	n: a person who has general authority, control, or power over others; a man of noble rank or high office
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
grab	v: to take hold of something or someone suddenly with a hand, especially in a violent way
horrify	v: to shock or disgust greatly
declare	v: to say, state, or announce something clearly, officially, or publicly
toil	v: to work hard and persistently; to engage in physically or mentally demanding tasks or activities for extended periods of time
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
tragic	adj: causing great sadness or suffering; very unfortunate
pantheon	n: a temple dedicated to all the gods or goddesses of a particular religion or mythology; a group of something or someone that is remarkably respected, famous, or important
victory	n: success in a game, competition, election, or battle, or the knowledge that you have won
importance	n: the quality of being important and worthy of note
overcome	v: to succeed in controlling or dealing with something, such as a problem or difficulty; to defeat or overwhelm someone
chaotic	adj: without any order or organization; extremely disorganized, unpredictable, and confusing
monstrous	adj: extremely large or evil, or having a frightening appearance
sweep	v: to clean something, especially a floor or an area, by using a broom; move swiftly and smoothly
titanic	adj: of or having a great size, power, or influence; of or relating to Titanium (= a light, strong grey, lustrous, corrosion-resistant metallic element)
primordial	adj: existing from the beginning of time or the start of a particular process; relating to the earliest stage of the universe
reshape	v: to change the form or structure of something
thrive	v: to grow vigorously; to make steady progress
tame	v: to make wild animals domesticated or controlled, especially through specific training; (adjective) not dangerous or afraid of people, either naturally or because of specific training
atone	v: to make amends or reparations for wrongdoing or an offense