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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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sustainable | adj: able to continue or be continued for a long time | |
represent | v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute | |
rely | v: to require a specific thing or the assistance and support of someone or something to continue, run properly, or succeed. | |
bounty | n: a reward offered for capturing or killing someone or for accomplishing a specific task | |
shift | n: a slight transition in position, direction, or trend | |
perception | n: a belief, opinion, or image you have based on how you regard, understand, or interpret something; the ability to see, hear, or notice something through the senses | |
commodity | n: a product or a raw material that can be traded, bought, or sold | |
opportune | adj: suitable or happening at a time that is suitable or convenient for a particular purpose | |
restore | v: to repair or return something or someone to a previous good state or position | |
ecosystem | n: all the plants and living creatures in an area and the way they affect each other and the environment | |
celebrate | v: to acknowledge a memorable or good day or event with a social gathering or enjoyable activity | |
fortunate | adj: having good luck or lucky | |
endure | v: to undergo or bear something difficult, unpleasant, or challenging over a period of time; to persist or continue despite hardships or adversity | |
maintain | v: to continue to uphold or sustain; to keep in a particular state or condition; to assert or declare something to be true | |
replenish | v: to fill something that had previously been emptied | |
progression | n: the act or process of changing to the next stage or phase or moving forward | |
evolve | v: to develop gradually, or to cause the development of something or someone gradually | |
dynamic | adj: having a lot of energy, ideas, and enthusiasm, and a strong personality; of or relating to dynamics (= the branch of physics and engineering concerned with the forces that cause motions of bodies) | |
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.; | |
relation | n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another | |
engage | v: to attract and keep someone’s attention and interest; to participate in or obtain services of something | |
encourage | v: to give someone support, confidence, or hope; to persuade someone to do or continue to do something by making it easier for them and making them believe it is a good thing to do | |
resilient | adj: able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions | |
hop | v: to jump lightly and quickly on one foot or both feet; to move rapidly from one place to another; to travel using an aircraft, bus, etc. | |
environment | n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live | |
marine | adj: relating to the sea and the creatures and plants that live there | |
conservation | n: the protection of something important, such as the natural environment or artificial structures, especially from the damaging effects of human activity | |
handy | adj: valuable and convenient; easy or ready to reach or use | |
association | n: a people or groups of people who have joined in a single organization together for a particular purpose; a social or business connection or relationship | |
sustain | v: to supply enough of what somebody or something needs to survive or exist; to accept as valid | |
fate | n: the development of events beyond one’s control; destiny; the ultimate outcome or consequence of a situation or person’s actions | |
pole | n: one of two antipodal points where the Earth’s axis of rotation intersects the Earth’s surface; a long, slender, rounded rod, typically of wood or metal, used as a support or to hang something | |
fin | n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance | |
tuna | n: a large fish of the mackerel family, found in warm seas; commonly used for commercial and sport fishing and as a food source for humans and other animals | |
bycatch | n: the unintentional capture of non-target species in fishing or harvesting operations, often resulting in their injury or death | |
fishery | n: an area of water where fish are caught in large quantities for living; a business or practice of catching and selling fish | |
economy | n: the system by which a country or region produces manages, and distributes goods and services, including the money and finances involved in these activities; (of an airline) the lowest-priced, most basic option for seating in commercial travel | |
predator | n: an animal whose natural behavior is to prey on others | |
context | n: the circumstances, facts, or conditions that surround a particular event, situation, or statement and that give it meaning | |
steak | n: a thin slice of meat, typically beef, grilled or fried and served as a main dish | |
portion | n: one component of a larger entity | |
gauge | n: an instrument for measuring and displaying the amount, level, or contents of something; (verb) to judge tentatively or form an estimate of something | |
antioxidant | n: a substance that inhibits oxidation, especially one used to counteract the deterioration of stored food products | |
mineral | n: a solid inorganic substance occurring in nature having a definite chemical composition | |
folk | n: people in general, especially those of a particular group or type | |
protein | n: a molecule made up of a long chain of amino acids, which is essential for the structure and function of the body’s tissues | |
sensibility | n: mental responsiveness and awareness toward something | |
regard | v: to think about or consider somebody or something in a specified way | |
beneath | adv: in or to a lower place than someone or something | |
acceptance | n: the act of agreeing or approving, or the state of being agreed or approved | |
expand | v: to increase or to make something greater in size, number, or importance | |
waist | n: the part of the human body between the ribs and hips or the corresponding part in other animals | |
monster | n: an imaginary creature that is large and has various human and animal parts; someone or something large and powerful | |
profit | n: money that is earned in business or by selling things after deducting the costs involved | |
flip | v: to turn over into a different position quickly; to throw or toss with a light motion | |
jolly | adj: happy and lively | |
giant | adj: enormous; much bigger or more important than similar items usually are | |
submit | v: to give or offer a document, proposal, etc. to a decision-maker for examination or consideration | |
broccoli | n: a green vegetable with a bunch of small, tight florets on a thick stem that belongs to the cabbage family | |
shell | n: hard outer covering or case of eggs, nuts, some seeds, and some animals | |
wedge | n: a piece of wood, metal, or other material with one thick end and a narrow edge that is driven between two things or parts of objects to secure or separate them | |
ounce | n: a unit of weight equal to approximately 28 grams | |
tilapia | n: a type of freshwater fish commonly farmed for food, native to Africa and the Middle East | |
mustard | n: a yellow or brown condiment that tastes spicy made from the seeds of various plants; (adjective) between yellow and brown | |
crisp | adj: hard, dry, and brittle enough to break easily; cool, fresh, and invigorating | |
broil | v: to cook something by direct heat, typically using a grill, a hotplate, or an oven; to become very hot and feverish | |
crumb | n: a small particle or fragment of food or other substance, often one that has broken off from a larger piece; a very small amount or portion of something | |
pile | n: a collection of objects positioned one on top of another; a large sum of something, such as money | |
pecan | n: a type of tree native to North America, widely cultivated for its edible nuts, which have a rich and buttery flavor and are commonly used in cooking and baking | |
quinoa | n: a grain-like crop grown in South America, often used as a gluten-free grain substitute in cooking and baking, known for its high nutritional value and versatility | |
crunch | n: a loud, crackling noise made by something being crushed or broken; a difficult or critical situation | |
grill | n: a device used for cooking food by direct exposure to heat, typically a metal rack set over a fire or gas flame, or a part of an oven; (verb) to cook something over or under a grill | |
charred | adj: burned or blackened as a result of being subjected to high heat | |
hint | n: an indirect suggestion; a slight but appreciable amount of something | |
chili | n: a small hot-tasting fruit of a type of pepper plant used in sauces, relishes, and spice powders; a spicy stew made from ground beef and beans, typically seasoned with chili peppers | |
flake | n: a small, thin piece or layer of something, often with a flat or irregular shape; a person who is unreliable or inconsistent | |
ingredient | n: one of the things used to make something, especially one of the foods used to make a particular dish | |
nuclear | adj: of or relating to or constituting the nucleus of an atom; deriving destructive energy from the release of atomic energy | |
holocaust | n: the systematic killing of millions of Jews and other minority groups by the Nazis during World War II, or any similar act of mass destruction | |
ravage | v: to cause damage to something badly | |
handicap | n: a physical or mental condition that limits a person’s movements, senses, or activities | |
complicated | adj: involving a lot of different things or parts in a way that is difficult to understand or analyze | |
movement | n: a group of people working together to achieve a shared goal, especially a political, social, or artistic one; the process of moving or being moved, physically or figuratively | |
barber | n: a person who cuts men’s hair and shaves beards as a profession; a shop or establishment where such services are offered | |
passionate | adj: showing intense emotion or strong feeling; characterized by great enthusiasm or zeal; deeply committed to a cause or belief | |
delicious | adj: exceptionally pleasing to taste or smell | |
revolution | n: a large-scale attempt to overthrow the government of a country, often using violence or war; | |
disregard | v: to pay no attention to or to ignore someone or something | |
responsible | adj: answerable or accountable for something within one’s power, control, or management | |
shrimp | n: a small, freshwater or saltwater creature with a slender body and long legs | |
buffet | n: a meal where guests serve themselves from a counter or sideboard | |
decline | v: to become gradually smaller, fewer, worse, etc.; to refuse to accept | |
population | n: the total number of people in a country, region, or location | |
recommend | v: to suggest that someone or something would be a suitable fit for a particular purpose or role | |
consumption | n: the amount used or eaten; the act of using up a resource such as energy, food, or materials | |
moth | n: an insect with wings similar to a butterfly that travels at night and is attracted to light | |
reward | n: a thing given in acknowledgment of service, hard work, achievement, etc. | |
plat | n: a map or a plan that shows the division and layout of land into lots or parcels; a piece of land typically used for building or agricultural purposes | |
chef | n: a cook, especially the chief cook in a restaurant or hotel | |
appetizer | n: a small dish served before a meal to stimulate the appetite | |
entree | n: a main course or dish in a meal often served after an appetizer or soup | |
engaging | adj: attracting, pleasant, or charming | |
calorie | n: unit of heat defined as the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by 1 degree Celsius at atmospheric pressure, used by nutritionists to measure how much energy food will produce | |
diversified | adj: characterized by diversity or variety; having different forms or types | |
consideration | n: the act or process of giving careful thought to something; a fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone | |
heap | n: an untidy pile or mass of something; a large number or amount or extent of something | |
mound | n: a raised area of ground or dirt, often used for burial, construction, or as a fortification; a large, rounded pile or heap | |
diversify | v: to make something include more different types or things; to spread out activities or investments | |
anchovy | n: a small saltwater fish with a strong flavor, often used in cooking and as a pizza topping | |
mackerel | n: a type of saltwater fish commonly eaten as food, known for its oily flesh and distinctively striped appearance | |
sardine | n: a small saltwater fish that is often canned and used for food; a crowded or tightly packed space or area | |
uncommon | adj: not occurring or seen very often; rare | |
shellfish | n: water creatures that live in shells, especially one of the types that can be eaten | |
mussel | n: a type of shellfish that lives in freshwater or saltwater has a hard, elongated shell and is edible | |
oyster | n: a bivalve mollusk with a rough irregular shell, often eaten raw or cooked, and sometimes used as a pearl-producing animal or a source of mother-of-pearl | |
clam | n: a marine mollusk that burrows and lives on sand or mud, the shell closes with viselike firmness | |
char | v: to burn or scorch the surface of something with fire or heat, often intentionally; to cook or prepare food over an open flame; to blacken or discolor due to excessive heat or burning; (noun) a charred piece of wood or other material; (noun, of a computer) a character or symbol in a text or string of characters in computer programming | |
opt | v: to make a choice from a range of possibilities | |
fashionable | adj: popular at a particular time | |
recipe | n: a set of instructions for preparing a dish, including the ingredients and the method of cooking | |
invite | v: to ask someone to come or join; to offer an opportunity or possibility for something to happen or take place | |
communal | adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use | |
communion | n: the act or condition of exchanging or sharing thoughts and feelings; (Christianity) the act of participating in the celebration of the Eucharist | |
fantastic | adj: extremely good; excellent | |
privilege | n: a special right or advantage that only one person or group of people has, usually because they are rich and powerful in a society | |
childhood | n: the state or time of being a child | |
copious | adj: abundant in quantity or number; plentiful; yielding or containing a large amount or volume | |
quantity | n: the amount or number of something; magnitude | |
starch | n: a complex carbohydrate found in many plants, including rice, wheat, and potatoes that is an important foodstuff for humans and animals | |
largely | adv: virtually entirely; to a large degree | |
sweat | n: the salty liquid that is produced by the glands in the skin, especially when the body is hot or under stress | |
hangover | n: the unpleasant physical and mental effects a person experiences after consuming too much alcohol; a lasting effect or aftereffect of something | |
disgust | n: a strong feeling of dislike or disapproval | |
dire | adj: extremely serious or urgent; critical, grave, or disastrous | |
unfortunate | adj: having bad luck or fortune; unlucky | |
burden | n: a duty, responsibility, etc. that is oppressive or worrisome; a load, typically a heavy one that is difficult to carry | |
straightforward | adj: easy to do or understand, or simple; free from ambiguity | |
wholesome | adj: good for or likely to improve your health; conducive to or characterized by physical or moral well-being | |
butt | v: to strike or push something with the flat end of your hip or buttocks; to hit or knock forcefully; (noun) the remaining end of a smoked cigarette | |
penance | n: an act of voluntary self-punishment or discipline to express remorse for wrongdoing or to seek forgiveness; (of religion) an act performed to make amends for sins | |
genuflect | v: to kneel or bend one or both knees as a sign of respect or worship, especially in a religious context; to show deference or submission | |
minimize | v: to make something, especially something bad, small or less serious | |
planet | n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star | |
repository | n: a place where things are stored in large quantities and can be found | |
geography | n: a field of science devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of the Earth | |
savor | v: to enjoy or appreciate something fully; to relish or delight in something delicious or enjoyable; to preserve or season with a savory flavor |