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Word	Meaning	Advanced
distinctive	adj: having a quality or characteristic that makes it stand out from others
athlete	n: a person who competes in one or more sports that involve physical strength, speed, or endurance
amputee	n: a person who has had an arm or a leg cut off
fibula	n: the smaller of the two bones in the lower leg, located on the lateral side of the tibia
amputate	v: to cut off a part of the body, especially by surgery
hell	n: the place thought to be where bad people go and are punished after death, often depicted as being located beneath the earth; an extraordinarily unpleasant or difficult place
academic	adj: associated with schools, colleges, and universities, especially studying and thinking, not with practical skills
scholarship	n: a grant or payment made to support a student’s education usually awarded based on academic or other achievements
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
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
involve	v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else
affair	n: event, situation, or subject that is significant from a political or public perspective; a secretive or illicit sexual relationship
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
competitive	adj: involving competition or competitiveness
restless	adj: unwilling or unable to stay still or relax because you are worried and uneasy
compete	v: to strive to achieve more success than someone or something
disabled	adj: having a physical or mental condition that limits someone’s specific actions that most other people can do
able-bodied	adj: having a healthy and strong body capable of physical activities; not suffering from physical disabilities that limit movement or strength
judge	n: a person who makes decisions in a court of law; (verb) to determine the result of or form a critical opinion of something
flee	v: to leave by running away, especially out of fear or danger
definitely	adv: without any question and beyond doubt; clearly
candidate	n: a person who is seeking or being considered for some kind of position, title, honor, or award; a job applicant
gravel	n: small stones and pebbles, often mixed with sand, used for road surfaces, concrete, landscaping, or as a decorative material
meter	n: a device used to measure the amount of a particular substance or attribute, such as length, volume, or time; (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse
pant	v: to breathe quickly and shallowly, often because of exertion, excitement, or fear; to gasp or heave for breath
heave	v: to lift or hoist something heavy with effort; to throw or hurl something, often with force; to rise or fall with a rhythmic motion, as in the heaving of the sea
compound	n: an item composed of two or more distinct elements combined; a chemical formed by the combination of two or more elements
attach	v: to fasten, join, or connect one thing to another
strap	n: a long, narrow strip or belt of leather, fabric, or another material used for binding, fastening, or supporting something or someone; a band or string that attaches one object to another, often used to secure items during transport
ply	v: to work with or manipulate a material or tool repeatedly or vigorously; to use or apply a skill, influence, or force repeatedly or persistently; (noun) a layer or strand, especially in textiles or materials
wool	n: a textile fiber obtained from the fleece of sheep or certain other animals, used for making clothing and other fabric items
carbon	n: a chemical element that can be found in pure form as diamond or graphite, and it is also an essential part of coal and oil and is found in all plants and animals
graphite	n: a soft, black, lustrous form of carbon that is conductive and used as a lubricant and in pencils and electrodes in electrical devices
shock	n: a strong feeling or physical reaction to a sudden and unexpected event or experience, especially something unpleasant
absorb	v: to take in a fluid or other substance gradually
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.
comparison	n: the consideration or examination of the similarities between two or more people or things
accomplished	adj: having completed a task or achieved a goal successfully; skilled or proficient at something
qualify	v: to reach the standard or fulfill the requirement of ability or knowledge needed to do a particular job or receive a particular benefit or privilege
pound	n: the standard unit of money in the UK; the standard unit of weight equal to 16 ounces
finesse	n: skillful handling of a situation or problem with diplomacy, tact, or grace; subtle, artful maneuvering; refinement or delicacy in performance or execution; (verb) to handle a situation or problem with sensitivity, tact, and diplomacy
ceiling	n: a room’s top interior surface
certificate	n: an official document stating that the information contained within is true
intimidate	v: to make someone fearful or uneasy so that they will do something that you want them to do
drill	n: a tool or machine used for making round holes or driving fasteners; a training or practice
poster	n: a large sheet or picture that is placed either on a public space to promote or announce something or on a wall to decorate it
partnership	n: the state of a cooperative relationship between people or groups, especially in business
preconceived	adj: (of an idea or opinion) formed beforehand, especially without evidence for its truth or usefulness
notion	n: a general idea or understanding of something, particularly an abstract or complex concept; a belief or opinion, often one that is not based on solid evidence or facts
capable	adj: having the ability, skill, or potential to do something; competent or proficient in a particular task or area of expertise
frank	adj: honest and sincere; open and candid in expression
roll	v: to move in a particular direction by turning over and over or from side to side
collegiate	adj: relating to or characteristic of a college or university; appropriate for or intended for college students or a college-educated audience
olympiad	n: a period of four years, originally the time between the ancient Olympic Games and now commonly used to refer to the modern Olympic Games, which are held every four years
memorable	adj: worth remembering or likely to be remembered, especially because of being very important or remarkable
uniform	adj: always the same; showing a single form or character in all occurrences; (noun) the special set of clothes worn by members of a particular group as a means of identification
inherent	adj: existing in something as a permanent, essential, or characteristic attribute
championship	n: a contest to decide who is the best player or team in a particular sport; the act of providing approval and support
sprint	v: to run at full speed over a short distance or period of time
sweat	n: the salty liquid that is produced by the glands in the skin, especially when the body is hot or under stress
lubricate	v: to apply a substance, such as oil or grease, to reduce friction or wear on a surface
piston	n: a cylindrical component of an engine, such as in a car or a pump, that moves back and forth inside a cylinder and transmits power
socket	n: a device in a wall into which a plug is inserted to connect electrical devices to a building’s power source; a hollow into which a structure fits
glory	n: great honor or success won by notable achievements
mortify	v: to cause extreme embarrassment, shame, or humiliation; to subdue or discipline one’s bodily passions or desires
plea	n: an appeal or request, especially for help or understanding; a legal excuse or defense; an earnest entreaty or supplication
deaf	adj: lacking the ability to hear, or having impaired hearing; unresponsive or unaware of certain sounds or signals
damn	v: to express disapproval of or disappointment in something or someone; to condemn or to curse; (a swear word) an expression of anger
excite	v: to make someone feel suddenly enthusiastic or eager
clarification	n: the act or process of making a statement or situation less confusing and more understandable; the act of removing solid particles from a liquid
disability	n: a physical or mental condition that makes it difficult for someone to do some things that other people do
cerebral	adj: relating to the brain or intellect; intellectual or studious rather than emotional or physical
palsy	n: a condition characterized by the loss or impairment of movement or sensation due to damage or disease affecting the nervous system; paralysis or weakness
wheelchair	n: a chair fitted with large wheels for use as a means of transport by a person who is unable to walk
opposed	adj: being completely different from something or disagreeing strongly with something
specification	n: a detailed description of the characteristics, features, or requirements of something, typically a product or system; a written statement that outlines the standards, procedures, or requirements for a project or job
bilateral	adj: involving two sides or done by two parties together
suppose	v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible
springboard	n: a board or device used for jumping or diving into the water or for launching oneself into the air for gymnastics or other acrobatic movements
hometown	n: the town or city where one was born or grew up
warm-up	v: to prepare oneself physically, mentally, or emotionally for an activity or performance by engaging in light exercises, practice, or relaxation techniques; (noun) a period of preparation or exercise that is done before a more intense activity or performance
stadium	n: a large, usually roofless building with tiers of seats for spectators at sports or other events
guinea	n: a former British gold coin worth 21 shillings or a unit of currency used in some West African countries; (Guinea) a republic in western Africa on the Atlantic
attraction	n: a sense of like someone, particularly sexually; something that causes individuals to desire to go to a specific area or do a specific activity
competition	n: a situation in which someone is attempting to beat or outperform another
lane	n: a narrow road in the countryside; a well-defined track or path for someone such as a swimmer or driver
shove	v: to push someone or something in a rough way
shuttle	n: a vehicle or boat that regularly moves between two places; bobbin that passes the weft thread between the warp threads
doubt	n: a feeling of being uncertain about something, especially about how good or accurate it is
horrify	v: to shock or disgust greatly
murmur	v: to say something very quietly; to complain about somebody or something under one’s breath
mess	n: a state of confusion, dirtiness, or untidiness; (verb) to fail to do something or to make something dirty or untidy
rocky	adj: full of or abounding in rocks; of, relating to, or made of rock
sensation	n: a feeling associated with stimulation of a sense organ or with a specific body condition; a general feeling of interest and excitement
fin	n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance
frustration	n: the feeling of being upset or annoyed as a result of being unable to change or achieve something
incredible	adj: unbelievable; enormous
overwhelm	v: to defeat someone or something by using a great deal of force; to have a strong emotional effect on somebody
transform	v: to change in outward structure or looks;
achievement	n: a thing that someone has accomplished, primarily through their effort and ability
sight	n: the ability to see; anything that is seen
expertise	n: specialized knowledge or skills in a particular field or subject; expert proficiency or knowledge
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
collective	adj: done or shared by every member of a group of people
philosophy	n: the study of general and fundamental questions, such as those about existence, reason, knowledge, values, mind
progression	n: the act or process of changing to the next stage or phase or moving forward
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
cosmetic	adj: relating to treatment aimed at restoring or improving a person’s appearance and attractiveness; (noun) a substance that you put on your face or body to enhance its appearance and make it more attractive
absolutely	adv: without restriction or limitation; completely or utterly
follicle	n: a small sac or cavity in the body, especially in the skin or scalp, that contains and nourishes a hair or feather; a small gland or sac that produces and releases a bodily secretion
toenail	n: the hard, flat covering on the end of a toe, made of layers of dead skin cells; often requires regular grooming and trimming to maintain proper hygiene and appearance
heel	n: the rounded back part of the foot below the ankle; someone who is morally reprehensible; (verb) to follow someone or something
incessant	adj: continuing without interruption; constant, unceasing, or unremitting
injury	n: harm done to a person’s or an animal’s body caused by an accident or an attack
humorous	adj: characterized by humor; funny, amusing, or entertaining; causing laughter or mirth
neat	adj: clean or tidy, with everything in its place
silicon	n: a chemical element with the symbol Si that is a hard, brittle crystalline solid with a blue-grey metallic luster and used for the transistors and integrated circuit chips in computers
sheath	n: a close-fitting cover to protect something such as the blade of a knife, sword, or other sharp objects
moving	adj: causing strong emotions or feelings, especially sadness or sympathy
balance	n: a condition in which everything has the same weight or force; something left after other parts have been taken away
simulate	v: to make a pretense of someone’s behavior or looks; to reproduce something that exists in real life using computers, models, etc., usually for study or training purposes
hamstring	n: a group of three muscles located on the back of the thigh that are responsible for flexing the knee joint and extending the hip joint; (verb) to impair or disable someone or something by damaging their effectiveness, strength, or power, particularly in a way that restricts movement or agility
glut	n: an excessive amount of something, especially of a commodity, that results in a decline in price
contract	n: a legally binding agreement between two or more parties, setting out their rights and obligations to each other, typically in writing and enforceable by law
standing	adj: existing or remaining upright; having a vertical position; (noun) social, financial, or professional status or reputation
prosthetic	adj: of or relating to an artificial part of the body, such as a limb, a heart, or a breast implant
limb	n: an arm and leg of a person or animal
prototype	n: a first or preliminary example of something such as a device or vehicle from which other forms are developed
moderator	n: a person or thing that moderates or regulates something, such as a discussion or forum; a device or mechanism that controls or regulates the speed, temperature, or other variables of a process or operation
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
feminine	adj: relating to women; having the features or appearance often associated with women
mobility	n: the ability to move or be moved freely or easily from one place, job, or social class to another
fashion	n: a style that is popular at a particular time or place; the state of being popular
accessible	adj: capable of being reached, easily got, or seen
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
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
vein	n: a blood vessel that carries blood from various parts of the body back to the heart; a mineral deposit or layer of rock that is contained within another rock formation
tendon	n: a strong, fibrous cord of tissue that connects muscle to bone
amazing	adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire
wax	n: a substance that is solid at room temperature but becomes softer and more pliable when heated, often used in the production of candles, polishes, and cosmetics; (verb) to become large
jerry	adj: a slang term referring to something that is improvised, makeshift, or of poor quality; jerry-rigged
replicate	v: to make an exact copy of something; to repeat a process or experiment to confirm the results
victim	n: a person who has been harmed, injured, or otherwise negatively affected by a particular action, circumstance, or event
Arthurian	adj: relating to king Arthur and the tales and legends associated with him
award	n: a prize or other mark of recognition given in honor of an achievement
pose	v: to present a risk, problem, or other issues that must be addressed
terrific	adj: causing terror or fear; extremely great or intense; very good or excellent
receptionist	n: a person employed at a front desk or in a waiting area of an office, hotel, or other organization, whose job is to greet visitors, answer phones, and perform other general administrative tasks
harry	v: to persistently harass, badger, or bother someone or something; to persistently attack or pursue an opposing force or target
improve	v: to make or become better