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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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cheer | v: to give a loud shout to show support, praise, or approval | |
suffocate | v: to die or cause someone to die from lack of air or inability to breathe; to be overwhelmed or constricted by a feeling or situation, such as anxiety or oppression | |
process | n: a series of actions or operations performed to achieve a particular outcome or goal; a systematic procedure or approach used to accomplish a specific task or objective; a method of treating milk to make it suitable for consumption or use in other dairy products | |
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 | |
exhaust | n: the system in a vehicle that removes waste gases from the engine; (verb) to make someone completely tired | |
genetic | adj: of or relating to genes (= parts of the DNA in cells) or the science of genes | |
defect | n: an imperfection, shortcoming, or lack of something or someone | |
curse | n: a rude or offensive word or an expression that is not polite and shows that you are very angry | |
uterus | n: a hollow muscular organ in the body of a woman or other female mammal in which a baby or young animal develops before birth | |
cousin | n: the child of your aunt or uncle | |
accident | n: an unfortunate event, especially one causing damage or injury | |
warn | v: to make someone aware of potential danger or difficulty, particularly one that may occur in the future | |
inspiration | n: something that motivates or encourages someone to create or achieve something, or a feeling of excitement or creativity | |
disabled | adj: having a physical or mental condition that limits someone’s specific actions that most other people can do | |
eve | n: (also as “Eve”) the day or period of time immediately preceding a particular event; the biblical figure who was the first woman and wife of Adam, according to the Jewish and Christian faiths | |
handicap | n: a physical or mental condition that limits a person’s movements, senses, or activities | |
oppress | v: to treat people in a cruel and authoritarian way, especially by denying them the same freedoms, rights, etc. as other people | |
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 | |
medal | n: a flat, usually circular piece of metal or other material that is often given as an award or commemoration for an achievement, victory, or honor | |
jersey | n: a knitted garment typically made of wool or cotton, worn as a shirt or pullover | |
cliff | n: a steep rock face, especially one at the edge of the sea or a river | |
hometown | n: the town or city where one was born or grew up | |
hood | n: a covering for the head and neck, especially one attached to a garment | |
affliction | n: a condition of physical or mental suffering or distress, often caused by illness, injury, or other adversity; a burden or trouble that causes hardship or grief | |
initial | adj: of or happening at the beginning; (noun) the first letter of a word, especially a person’s name | |
mantra | n: a word or phrase, often repeated, that is used as a focus for the mind during meditation | |
sue | v: to claim a person or organization, especially by filing a legal claim for money or redress | |
heel | n: the rounded back part of the foot below the ankle; someone who is morally reprehensible; (verb) to follow someone or something | |
tactic | n: a method or strategy used to achieve a particular goal or objective | |
dangle | v: to hang or swing loosely, especially in a way that suggests instability or lack of support; to tempt or tantalize by holding out the prospect of something desirable but uncertain | |
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 | |
strip | v: to remove the surface from something; (noun) a sizeable narrow piece of something such as paper, metal, cloth, etc., or area of land, sea, etc. | |
kindergarten | n: a school or class for young children, usually between the ages of four and six | |
champion | n: someone who has won first place in a competition; someone who fights for a specific group of people or a belief | |
punch | v: to strike someone or something with one’s fist; to make a hole in something | |
politician | n: a person who is a member of a government or law-making organization, especially as an elected member of parliament, etc. | |
appropriate | adj: suitable or proper in the circumstances; fitting | |
slogan | n: a short, catchy phrase or motto that is used by a person, organization, or company to promote a particular product, cause, or idea | |
faith | n: complete trust in something or someone’s ability or knowledge; a strong belief in religion, divine power, etc. | |
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 | |
sunrise | n: the time in the morning when the sun first appears in the sky | |
sunset | n: the time in the evening at which the sun begins to fall below the horizon; (verb) to expire or be terminated automatically at the end of a fixed period | |
tap | v: to hit someone or something quickly, gently, and often repeatedly; to use existing resources, such as energy, knowledge, etc. | |
crazy | adj: stupid or not sensible; very angry | |
afford | v: to have enough money or time to be able to buy or do something | |
therapy | n: the act of caring for someone through medication, remedial training, etc. | |
chic | n: a fashionable, stylish, and sophisticated elegance or gracefulness, particularly in dress or behavior; (adjective) sophisticated, elegant, and fashionable | |
vacation | n: a period in which someone does not have to attend work or school and is free to do whatever they choose, such as travel or leisure | |
shore | n: the land along the edge of a sea, lake, broad river, or other large body of water; (verb) to support by placing against something solid or rigid | |
zone | n: a specific area, region, or section that is marked off or defined in some way | |
madonna | n: a representation of the Virgin Mary, especially in art | |
consist | v: to be composed or made up of | |
heal | v: to make a wound or injury to become well again | |
dunk | v: to immerse or submerge briefly in a liquid, often repeatedly to coat or moisten; to slam or force something down into a container of liquid | |
miracle | n: an act or occurrence that is not explicable by natural or scientific laws and is therefore believed to be caused by God | |
yoga | n: a Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline including breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, which is widely practiced for health and relaxation | |
boring | adj: lacking interest or excitement; tedious or dull | |
reinforce | v: to strengthen or support something, especially by adding another material to it; to make emotion, idea, etc. stronger | |
opera | n: a drama set to music, in which the words are sung rather than spoken | |
affirmative | adj: indicating agreement, support, or confirmation; positive or assertive in tone | |
scholarship | n: a grant or payment made to support a student’s education usually awarded based on academic or other achievements | |
pet | n: an animal that you have at home as a companion and treated kindly | |
depart | v: to go away or leave, especially to start a journey | |
intelligent | adj: having the capacity for thought and reason, especially to a high degree | |
menagerie | n: a collection of wild animals, especially exotic ones, kept for display | |
weep | v: to cry tears because of sadness, rage, or pain | |
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 | |
fin | n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance | |
decide | v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options | |
rooftop | n: the upper surface or cover of a building’s roof, often used for recreational or other purposes | |
almighty | adj: having supreme or ultimate power or authority; complete and total; omnipotent | |
hysterical | adj: marked by or in a state of excessive or uncontrollable emotion | |
stunt | n: a feat or action that is often dangerous or difficult, designed to attract attention or admiration; something that blocks or impedes growth or development; (verb) to hinder or impede growth or development, especially in a physical or mental sense | |
excuse | n: a reason or explanation, either true or invented, given to justify a fault or defend your behavior; (verb) to make someone free from blame or clear from guilt | |
actress | n: a female actor, particularly in the theater or movies | |
imitate | v: to copy the speech, behavior, appearance, etc. of someone or something | |
sordid | adj: involving immoral or unethical actions; dirty or unpleasant; morally corrupt or depraved | |
able-bodied | adj: having a healthy and strong body capable of physical activities; not suffering from physical disabilities that limit movement or strength | |
graduate | n: a person who has a first degree from university or college; (verb) to complete the first course of university or college and get a degree | |
gig | n: a performance by a musician or group of musicians, especially playing modern or pop music or jazz; a work that someone undertakes on a temporary basis | |
promote | v: to encourage or persuade people to like, buy, use, do, or support something; to raise someone to a higher position or rank | |
wacky | adj: funny in a slightly odd, peculiar, irregular way | |
glorify | v: to praise or honor something or someone, often in an exaggerated or overly positive way; to elevate or exalt something or someone to a higher status or position | |
recognize | v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered | |
hire | v: to give somebody a job | |
fluffy | adj: soft and light, often with a texture that resembles feathers or fur | |
ethnic | adj: relating or belonging to a group of people who share a cultural tradition | |
comic | adj: funny and making you laugh | |
turnpike | n: a high-speed, limited-access highway, often with toll booths; a barrier across a road with a rotating spindle used to control access | |
chick | n: a baby bird, especially a young chicken | |
Arabic | n: the Semitic language of the Arab people, widely spoken throughout the Middle East and North Africa; of or relating to Arab peoples, culture, or language | |
censor | n: a person or institution responsible for examining books, movies, and other forms of media to determine if they are harmful or offensive and should be banned or altered; an official in charge of banning or suppressing information | |
uncover | v: to remove the cover from something; to discover something previously unseen or hidden | |
claim | v: to assert that something is true; to demand or request something as one’s own; to lay legal or moral right to something; (noun) a demand or assertion of a right or something that one believes to be true | |
nasty | adj: very bad, unpleasant, or offensive | |
rumor | n: a piece of unverified information of uncertain origin that is spread by word of mouth | |
dean | n: a person in charge of a college, faculty, or other academic departments, tasked with overseeing its operations, policies, and staff; a senior member of a profession or organization who is highly respected for their knowledge and experience | |
comedy | n: a genre of dramatic entertainment that aims to amuse and provoke laughter by depicting amusing or ludicrous situations, characters, or events; the use of humor, wit, and satire in writing, films, and other forms of entertainment | |
festival | n: a celebration or event, usually marking a particular religious or cultural occasion, often involving processions, music, dancing, and the performance of plays or other artistic works | |
negative | adj: having the quality of something bad or harmful; expressing refusal | |
synonymous | adj: having the same or a similar meaning as another word or phrase | |
mainstream | n: the ideas, opinions, beliefs, etc., that are considered normal or accepted by most people | |
conquer | v: to bring under control by force or authority | |
stigma | n: a mark of shame or disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person | |
disability | n: a physical or mental condition that makes it difficult for someone to do some things that other people do | |
invite | v: to ask someone to come or join; to offer an opportunity or possibility for something to happen or take place | |
cable | n: a set of wires covered by plastic or rubber that carries electricity, phone signals, etc.; a solid thick rope made of twisted hemp or steel wire | |
countdown | n: a counting sequence leading up to an event, often marked by a series of signals or cues, also used as a term to describe the final stages leading up to a major event or deadline | |
promenade | n: a stroll or walk, often taken in a public place or park; a public place for walking or strolling, often filled with shops or vendors; a dance movement in which the partners move around the floor in a circle or similar pattern | |
shuffle | v: to move or mix around in a casual or unorganized way; to walk with short, dragging steps | |
studio | n: a room or building where creative or artistic work is produced; a television or radio production company | |
spinning | n: the act of rotating rapidly around an axis; in the context of textiles, the process of twisting fibers together to form thread or yarn | |
roll | v: to move in a particular direction by turning over and over or from side to side | |
grip | n: the act of holding onto something firmly with your hands, or the ability to do so; (verb) to hold fast or firmly | |
anchor | n: a device, typically made of metal, that is used to moor a ship or boat in a particular place, typically by being dropped to the seabed; a central cohesive source of support and stability | |
segment | n: a part or section of something; a distinct group within a larger whole | |
livid | adj: discolored or bruised, especially angrily or furiously; having a flushed or bluish-gray appearance | |
contributor | n: a person or thing that adds to the achievement, production, or growth of something (such as a project, organization, or publication); a donor or benefactor | |
cruel | adj: feeling or showing pleasure in causing pain or suffering to others | |
suddenly | adv: quickly and unexpectedly | |
clip | n: a small metal or plastic device used for holding an object or objects together or in place; a short part of electronic media, either an audio clip or video clip | |
tweak | v: to pinch or squeeze something sharply; to adjust something finely | |
retarded | adj: (considered derogatory) delayed or impeded in intellectual or emotional development; slow to learn | |
suffer | v: to experience pain, distress, or hardship; to undergo or endure something painful or unpleasant | |
pray | v: to make a request or petition to a higher power, especially in the form of a respectful or humble request | |
creditor | n: a person, company, etc. to whom a debtor owes money | |
screenwriter | n: a writer who writes or creates scripts, screenplays, or stories for movies, television shows, or other visual media | |
visual | adj: relating to seeing or sight | |
wheelchair | n: a chair fitted with large wheels for use as a means of transport by a person who is unable to walk | |
clap | v: to hit your hands together and make a short and loud noise, mainly to show your approval or praise | |
underrepresented | adj: not adequately or proportionately represented, often in terms of a particular group, population, or perspective being excluded or marginalized | |
entertainment | n: public shows, films, television, or other performances or activities of enjoying people | |
foster | v: to promoto growth; to take care of another person’s child, usually for a limited time, without becoming their legal parents | |
crooked | adj: not straight or aligned; bent or curved to one side; not honest or fair; characterized by deception, fraud, or wrongdoing; irregular, uneven, or jagged in shape or form | |
spectacular | adj: striking or impressive to look at or in performance or achievement | |
flank | n: the side of an animal, especially the side between the last rib and the hip; the side of military or naval formation; (verb) to be located on either side of something | |
diva | n: a distinguished female singer or performer, often with a reputation for being difficult or demanding; a woman who is admired for her talent, beauty, or grace but who is also seen as arrogant or temperamental | |
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 | |
idol | n: an image or representation of a god or goddess, or a person or thing that is greatly admired, loved, or revered | |
amazing | adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire | |
headline | n: a heading at the top of a newspaper or magazine story or page | |
delegate | n: a person sent or authorized to represent others, in particular, an elected representative sent to a conference; (verb) to transfer power to someone | |
represent | v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute | |
charity | n: an organization that helps people in need, especially by providing food, shelter, or money; a kindly and sympathetic attitude toward people | |
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 | |
sliver | n: a small, thin, narrow piece or fragment of something, often characterized by its length or its sharpness or thinness; a small portion or amount of something, often used in a metaphorical sense to describe a trace or a hint of something | |
butterfly | n: a diurnal insect typically has a slender body with knobbed antennae and broad, colorful wings | |
sting | v: to cause a sharp, painful sensation or injury with a poison, venom, or other substance or by a physical action such as a bite or prick | |
dedicate | v: to give all of your energy, time, etc., entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause; to set apart for a particular purpose or use |