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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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infamous | adj: having a reputation for being very bad or wicked | |
revelry | n: lively and noisy festivities, typically involving drinking, dancing, and general merrymaking; a celebration marked by indulgence and enjoyment | |
adversary | n: a person, group, or force that opposes or fights against another; an enemy or opponent | |
clam | n: a marine mollusk that burrows and lives on sand or mud, the shell closes with viselike firmness | |
symbol | n: something visible that is used to represent something else | |
garbage | n: waste material, especially food waste and kitchen refuse | |
crisis | n: a time of great disagreement, confusion, or danger when problems must be resolved or critical decisions must be taken | |
globe | n: the earth or world, mainly used to emphasize its vastness | |
blame | v: to think or say that someone or something did something wrong or is responsible for something bad | |
environment | n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live | |
nowhere | adv: not in, at, or to any place; not anywhere | |
polystyrene | n: a lightweight, thermoplastic polymer material used in the manufacture of a wide range of products, including packaging, insulation, and consumer goods | |
intriguing | adj: arousing curiosity or interest, often due to a mysterious or complex quality; fascinating or captivating | |
upheaval | n: great change, disruption, or disturbance; (geology) a rise of land to a higher elevation | |
statistics | n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data | |
tune | n: a musical composition or set of musical notes that are played or sung; (verb) to adjust or set something to a specific condition or standard | |
protest | n: a strong expression of disagreement, disapproval, or opposition | |
sentimental | adj: connected with or resulting from someone’s emotions, rather than reason or realism | |
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 | |
subside | v: to become less intense or widespread; to sink to a lower level | |
spirit | n: the part of a person which is the seat of their mind, feelings, and character rather than their physical body; the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people | |
dormant | adj: in a state of temporary inactivity, rest, or sleep; not growing or progressing but capable of doing so under the right circumstances | |
involve | v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else | |
pollution | n: the introduction of harmful substances or waste into the natural environment that causes adverse change | |
corporate | adj: of or relating to a large company | |
suit | n: a set of clothes that are made from the same material; a claim or complaint that a person or organization can file in court against another party; (verb) to be fit or acceptable for | |
represent | v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute | |
emerging | adj: starting to exist, mature, or become well-known | |
responsible | adj: answerable or accountable for something within one’s power, control, or management | |
sustainable | adj: able to continue or be continued for a long time | |
partnership | n: the state of a cooperative relationship between people or groups, especially in business | |
defend | v: to protect someone or something from attack, criticism, danger, etc. | |
principle | n: a fundamental law or truth that explains or controls how something happens or works | |
sue | v: to claim a person or organization, especially by filing a legal claim for money or redress | |
bastardize | v: to alter, modify, or degrade something in a way that undermines or violates its original integrity or quality; to create a less authentic or less desirable version of something | |
apprehensive | adj: anxious, worried, or uneasy about something that may happen in the future; having concerns or doubts about something | |
tree-hugger | n: a person who is passionate about environmentalism and works to protect trees and other natural resources | |
flip | v: to turn over into a different position quickly; to throw or toss with a light motion | |
physics | n: the science of matter and energy and their interactions | |
quarter | n: one of four equal parts; a fourth part or portion | |
pound | n: the standard unit of money in the UK; the standard unit of weight equal to 16 ounces | |
suppose | v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible | |
squirt | v: to eject or discharge with force in a fast stream or jet; to spray or sprinkle with a liquid or substance | |
mustard | n: a yellow or brown condiment that tastes spicy made from the seeds of various plants; (adjective) between yellow and brown | |
pickle | n: vegetables or fruit preserved in salty water or vinegar served cold with meat, salads, etc.; informal terms for a difficult situation | |
frustrate | v: to hinder or prevent efforts, plans, or desires from doing, succeeding, or being fulfilled; to make someone feel upset or annoyed because they are unable to change or achieve something | |
impressive | adj: arousing admiration due to size, quality, or skill | |
reuse | v: to use something again or more than once | |
holy | adj: of or related to a god, divine power, or a particular religion | |
grail | n: a sacred or highly prized object, often associated with a quest or search for something elusive or unattainable | |
mess | n: a state of confusion, dirtiness, or untidiness; (verb) to fail to do something or to make something dirty or untidy | |
reject | v: to refuse to accept, consider, or use something or someone | |
prop | n: a piece of wood, metal, etc., placed beneath or against something to support it or keep it in position; a system, institution, or person that gives help or support to someone or something | |
spit | v: to eject saliva or other liquid from the mouth | |
grim | adj: looking or sounding very serious or gloomy | |
stark | adj: empty, simple, or apparent; devoid of any qualifications | |
beverage | n: a drink of any type | |
conclude | v: to come to an end or close; to reach a judgment or opinion by reasoning | |
carry-out | n: food or drink prepared in a restaurant or store for customers to take and eat elsewhere rather than being consumed on the premises | |
virgin | n: a person who has never had sex; (adjective) being used or worked for the first time | |
chlorine | n: a chemical element with the symbol Cl and atomic number 17, a greenish-yellow gas that is highly reactive and used in a variety of applications, including as a bleach and disinfectant | |
bleach | v: to remove color or stains, whiten, or sterilize using a solution of chemicals or other substances, such as bleach | |
chemical | adj: relating to or connected with chemistry; | |
recycle | v: to sort and collect things to process them and produce valuable materials that can be used again | |
corrugated | adj: having ridges, grooves, or folds that run parallel to one another, often used to describe materials like cardboard or metal | |
fiber | n: thread or filament used to make a vegetable tissue, mineral material, or textile | |
napkin | n: a small piece of cloth or paper used for wiping one’s mouth and hands while eating; a decorative cloth placed on a table for formal occasions | |
speckle | n: a small, irregular spot or marking, often caused by the presence of dust, dirt, or other particles; (verb) to mark or cover something with small, irregular spots or flecks of color | |
vogue | n: the popular or fashionable trend or style of a particular time, especially in clothing, music, or general culture | |
discuss | v: to talk about or examine in detail through conversation or debate; to exchange ideas, opinions, or information on a particular topic | |
crusader | n: a person who is committed to a cause or campaign that they see as being beneficial or righteous; historically, a person who took part in the medieval military campaigns to retake the Holy Land from the Muslims | |
reduction | n: a decrease in size, amount, or degree | |
ditch | n: a long, narrow, and shallow depression or channel that is dug into the ground; (verb) to throw away | |
critic | n: someone who expresses opinions about the quality of books, music, etc. | |
collaborate | v: to work with someone else to produce or achieve something | |
contrarian | n: a person who tends to oppose or reject commonly held beliefs or opinions, often for the sake of being different or creating controversy | |
folk | n: people in general, especially those of a particular group or type | |
obvious | adj: easy to see, discover or understand | |
industrious | adj: hardworking, diligent, and persistent in effort | |
conflict | n: a strong disagreement, argument, or a violent clash between two opposing groups or individuals | |
vociferous | adj: characterized by loud, insistent, or attention-grabbing verbal expression | |
vigilant | adj: keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties | |
peter | v: to fail or lose power, efficiency, or value gradually before coming to an end | |
liberate | v: to set free; to release or rescue from captivity or oppression | |
modern | adj: of or belonging to the present time or recent times | |
mindset | n: the established set of attitudes or fixed ideas held by someone | |
vegan | n: a person who does not eat or use any animal products, typically for ethical or environmental reasons | |
decide | v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options | |
bacon | n: a type of salt-cured pork that is usually sliced and fried; a meat product that is derived from the back or sides of a pig | |
sausage | n: a type of meat product usually made from pork, beef, or poultry, chopped into small pieces, put in a long tube of skin, then cooked or served cold in thin slices | |
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 | |
pastry | n: a baked food made of flour, fat, water, and sometimes eggs, sugar, and other ingredients, used as a base or casing for sweet or savory dishes | |
gracious | adj: behaving in a kind, polite and generous way | |
welfare | n: the general health, happiness, and prosperous of a person or group | |
influence | n: the ability to affect someone’s or something’s character, growth, or behavior, or the effect itself | |
empathy | n: the ability to share another person’s feelings or experiences by imagining that person’s situation | |
opposed | adj: being completely different from something or disagreeing strongly with something | |
terrific | adj: causing terror or fear; extremely great or intense; very good or excellent | |
recommendation | n: an official suggestion that something is good or suitable for a particular purpose or job | |
temple | n: a place of worship, especially one that is associated with a particular religion or faith; the flat area on either side of the forehead | |
renowned | adj: famous and respected for great achievements, qualities, etc. | |
react | v: to take action in response to something | |
facility | n: a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry | |
slaughterhouse | n: a facility where animals are killed and processed for meat | |
handle | v: to deal with a situation, problem, or strong emotion | |
prod | v: to poke or jab with a pointed object, often to urge or encourage movement or action; to provoke or stimulate someone to take action or respond in a particular way | |
zap | v: to strike, destroy, get rid of, or kill something or someone suddenly and with force | |
appall | v: to shock or disgust; to fill with dismay | |
redesign | v: to design something again, especially in a different or modified form; (noun) the process of designing something again | |
corral | n: a pen or enclosure for livestock, especially cattle or horses; an area surrounded by a fence | |
guideline | n: a general rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior; a piece of advice or instructions that tell you how something should be done or what something should be | |
implement | v: to put a decision, plan, or system into effect | |
integrate | v: to combine one thing with another so that they form a whole or work together; to accept equal participation for members of all races and ethnic groups | |
enforce | v: to make sure that people obey a particular law, rule, or situation | |
deforestation | n: the act of cutting down or burning trees in a large area | |
policy | n: a set of rules, guidelines, principles, or procedures that govern decision-making or action, often used in the context of business or government; a course of action or plan of action adopted or followed by an organization or individual to achieve a goal or objective | |
government | n: the group of people with authority to control a country or state | |
chain | n: a series of connected links or objects; a system or group of interconnected elements; a restraint or shackle | |
release | v: to set free or allow to escape from confinement | |
soy | n: a legume plant that is widely cultivated for its edible bean, which has many uses, such as for oil, food, and animal feed | |
ingredient | n: one of the things used to make something, especially one of the foods used to make a particular dish | |
wildlife | n: animals, birds, insects, etc. that grow independently of people and live in natural conditions | |
conservation | n: the protection of something important, such as the natural environment or artificial structures, especially from the damaging effects of human activity | |
accurate | adj: correct and exact in all details | |
internal | adj: of or relating to the inside of something | |
miraculous | adj: very effective or lucky, or completely unexpected | |
pristine | adj: new and completely free from dirt or contamination | |
human-made | adj: created or produced by humans; artificial | |
structure | n: the way of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts, or a complex thing constructed of many parts | |
blatant | adj: completely obvious, often offensively or inappropriately; characterized by shameless or brazen behavior | |
rainforest | n: a forest rich in biodiversity that is generally found in tropical settings with heavy annual rainfall | |
destruction | n: the act of causing so much damage to something | |
unlikely | adj: not probable or likely to happen | |
collaboration | n: the act or situation of working together to create or produce something | |
outstanding | adj: superior to others in excellence; not yet paid, completed, etc. | |
recruit | v: to persuade someone to work for a company; to find new members for an organization, the armed forces, etc. | |
retailer | n: a person or business that sells goods to the public, typically in small quantities | |
moratorium | n: a temporary suspension or delay of an activity or process, often as a result of an official agreement or decision | |
clear-cut | adj: defined or delimited sharply and distinctly; easily seen or understood; without ambiguity or confusion | |
announce | v: to make something known or officially inform people about something | |
declare | v: to say, state, or announce something clearly, officially, or publicly | |
spectacular | adj: striking or impressive to look at or in performance or achievement | |
commonplace | adj: occurring very often; lacking originality or interest | |
batter | v: to hit something or someone repeatedly with much force; (noun, baseball) a ballplayer who is batting | |
deny | v: to state that one refuses to admit the existence or truth of something | |
lame | adj: having a limp or difficulty walking due to an injury or disability | |
progression | n: the act or process of changing to the next stage or phase or moving forward | |
alternative | n: one of two or more available possibilities or choice | |
assume | v: to think or accept something to be true without having proof of it; to take or begin to have power; to begin to exhibit a specific quality or appearance | |
intention | n: something you want to do and are going to do | |
tactics | n: the methods or strategies used to achieve a specific goal or outcome, particularly in the context of military, business, or sports | |
transparent | adj: easy to perceive, detect, or understand; (of a material or article) permitting light to pass through freely |