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Word	Meaning	Advanced
superpower	n: a country or nation that has significant global influence or formidable military, economic, or technological strength; a supernatural ability or force capable of extraordinary feats or feats beyond normal human capabilities
absolutely	adv: without restriction or limitation; completely or utterly
amazing	adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire
relate	v: to establish a connection or association between two or more things; to narrate or tell about an event, experience, or relationship; to empathize or feel sympathy with someone or something
conservative	adj: holding traditional views and values and opposed to change or innovation
religion	n: a deep conviction in a supernatural power that controls human destiny
laid-back	adj: relaxed and easygoing in manner or attitude
liberal	adj: willing to respect or allow many different types of beliefs or behavior; open-minded
discriminate	v: to treat a person or particular group of people worse or better than another, especially in an unfair way; to recognize or perceive the difference between people or things
conversation	n: an informal talk between two or more people to exchange their views, ideas, information, etc.
bless	v: to make or pronounce holy; to hallow; to consecrate; to sanctify
toy	n: a thing, typically a small model or replica of something that is played with, especially by children
doll	n: a child’s toy that typically represents a human figure, especially a young girl; an attractive woman; a woman who is subservient or passive
exchange	v: to give something and receive something else in return, often with the implication that the items being traded are of equal or comparable value; (noun) the act of giving or taking something in return for something else; a place or system where goods or services can be bought, sold, or traded
crappy	adj: of poor quality; not satisfactory
keyboard	n: device consisting of a set of keys on a piano, typewriter, computer, etc., that you press to make it work
bizarre	adj: very strange or unusual
multicultural	adj: relating to or characterized by several cultures (= beliefs, languages, customs, traditions, etc.)
detour	n: a route that deviates from the main or direct one, usually taken to avoid something such as traffic or construction; a diversion from the usual or expected course of action
saltiness	n: the quality or state of being salty
awful	adj: causing fear, dread, or terror; very bad or unpleasant
licorice	n: a sweet, chewy confectionery made from the dried root of the licorice plant; a flavoring made from extracts of this root, known for its distinctive black color and strong, slightly herbal taste
doorway	n: an opening in a wall for a door to fit into
spit	v: to eject saliva or other liquid from the mouth
horrify	v: to shock or disgust greatly
wipe	v: to clean or dry something by rubbing with a piece of cloth or paper or one’s hand and removing dirt, food, or liquid
pretended	adj: feigned or not genuine; assumed or simulated
confuse	v: to mistake one thing for another; to make somebody hard to understand
rescue	v: to save someone or something from a dangerous or difficult situation
needless	adj: describing something unnecessary, pointless, or superfluous and could be avoided without any harm or adverse consequences
eventually	adv: finally, particularly after a long time or a lot of struggle, complications, and so on
attract	v: to draw or entice someone or something towards them through the qualities they have, especially positive ones
harassment	n: the act of repeatedly annoying, tormenting, or persecuting someone in a way that is threatening or unwelcome, often relating to issues of race, gender, or other identities
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
unacceptably	adv: in a way that is not acceptable or satisfactory
dishonor	n: the lack of honor or respect; a feeling of shame or disgrace
involve	v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else
concert	n: a musical performance given in public by one or more players or singers
onstage	adv: onto or on a stage in a theater; in front of an audience
lean	adj: having a noticeably small amount of body fat; (verb) to bend or move from a straight to a sloping posture
chemical	adj: relating to or connected with chemistry;
kidnapping	n: the act of taking somebody away illegally and holding them captive
threat	n: a strong indication or likelihood of harm, danger, or adverse consequences; an expression of intent to inflict harm or injury on someone or something, often made as a means of coercion or intimidation
endless	adj: having no end or conclusion; infinitely very large in size or amount
beard	n: hair that grows on a man’s face, often around the mouth and chin
warn	v: to make someone aware of potential danger or difficulty, particularly one that may occur in the future
rap	n: a type of music characterized by a strong, repetitive beat and lyrics that often focus on social and political issues; a reproach for some lapse or misdeed
stomach	n: the internal organ in the body where food is digested, situated in the abdomen; the part of the body below the chest that contains the stomach
suppose	v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible
constant	adj: happening repeatedly or all the time
heartbreak	n: a feeling of great sadness or disappointment
carousel	n: a rotating platform, often used for amusement or entertainment, adorned with horses or other animals or vehicles for people to ride; a slideshow or display of images or information that cycles or repeats
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
resume	v: to continue or begin anew after a pause or interruption
unfortunately	adv: by bad luck; unluckily
threaten	v: to utter intentions of injury or punishment against someone
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
volunteer	n: a person who performs or offers to perform a job or service without being paid for or forced to do
suffer	v: to experience pain, distress, or hardship; to undergo or endure something painful or unpleasant
struggle	v: to make a great effort to do something when it is difficult, or there are a lot of problems; to use force or violence to break away from restraint or constriction
reputation	n: the general opinion that people have about someone or something, especially when this is based on their previous experiences or behaviors
weird	adj: extraordinary, unexpected, or difficult to explain
relation	n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another
norm	n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard
heartland	n: a region or area that is considered central or vital to a particular country, culture, or social or economic system, often characterized by a sense of national identity or pride and a strong attachment to tradition or values associated with that region
belong	v: to be the property of someone or something; to be a member or part of a group; to be in the proper or appropriate place
invisible	adj: impossible or nearly impossible to see
honor	n: high regard or great respect for someone; the quality of having and doing based on a keen sense of morality; (verb) to show respect towards someone
violent	adj: involving or caused by physical force or aggression against someone or something
abuse	n: the use of something in an incorrect or harmful manner
scared	adj: afraid or frightened
silent	adj: without any or little sound
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
consequence	n: the outcome of a particular action or event, especially relative to an individual
obedient	adj: willing to do what someone in authority tells you to do
constantly	adv: all the time
divorce	n: the legal dissolution of a marriage
disappear	v: to cease to exist or be visible
bury	v: to place a dead body in the ground, grave, or tomb
underneath	adv: under or below something else
strangle	v: to choke or suffocate someone by compressing their neck; to inhibit or suppress something, such as a movement or idea
cousin	n: the child of your aunt or uncle
tragedy	n: an event or situation causing great loss, misfortune, or destruction; a play or literature that deals with a severe and sad event and often ends with the death of the main character
misunderstand	v: to interpret or understand something in the wrong way
apathy	n: lack of emotion, concern, or enthusiasm
betray	v: to reveal or deliver to an enemy by treachery or disloyalty; to reveal something unintentionally
interfere	v: to get involved in and prevent a process or activity from continuing
murder	n: the crime of killing somebody intentionally
background	n: the details of a person’s social heritage, such as family, vocational or educational experience; past information that is essential to understanding a situation or problem
extremism	n: the holding of extreme political or religious views; actions or beliefs that fall outside of what is considered acceptable or reasonable
topic	n: a subject that is being discussed or written about
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
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
dislike	v: to not like someone or something
convict	v: to prove or declare someone to be guilty of a crime; (noun) a person serving a sentence in a jail or prison
jihad	n: a concept in Islam referring to a struggle or effort, often internal, to uphold or defend the faith, which can be interpreted in different ways, including as a spiritual or political struggle
extremist	n: a person who holds extreme political or religious views and who is willing to use violent or illegal methods to promote those views
obvious	adj: easy to see, discover or understand
colonial	adj: of or relating to a colony (= a territory that is controlled by a more powerful country); to the period of time during which a country or region was a colony
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
susceptible	adj: easily influenced, harmed, or affected by something
monster	n: an imaginary creature that is large and has various human and animal parts; someone or something large and powerful
frank	adj: honest and sincere; open and candid in expression
satisfy	v: to make somebody pleased by giving them what they want or need
gap	n: a conspicuous disparity or difference separates something such as a figure, people, their opinions, situation, etc.
advantage	n: a condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position; a beneficial feature or asset that someone or something has
cynical	adj: believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity
reject	v: to refuse to accept, consider, or use something or someone
crave	v: to have a strong desire for something; to long for or want intensely
heroism	n: great courage or bravery, especially in the face of danger or adversity; the act of sacrificing oneself for a noble cause
powerless	adj: lacking power, strength, or authority; unable to act or affect change
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
strike	v: to wallop somebody or something with the hand, fist, or weapon; to have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
absent	adj: not present in a particular place at a particular time
abusive	adj: involving or characterized by harmful or offensive treatment, language, or behavior; using physical, emotional, or verbal force to control or harm someone else
compassionate	adj: feeling or showing sympathy and concern for the suffering or bad luck of others
brutal	adj: harsh or cruel
racist	adj: characterized by or showing discrimination or prejudice against people of other races; (noun) a person with a prejudiced belief that one racial group is superior to others
victim	n: a person who has been harmed, injured, or otherwise negatively affected by a particular action, circumstance, or event
horror	n: intense fear or disgust, especially at something shocking or terrifying
flee	v: to leave by running away, especially out of fear or danger
confusion	n: the state of being mixed up or unclear, or the state of disorder or uncertainty
sorrow	n: a feeling of deep sadness, grief, or regret, especially for something lost or ending
destruction	n: the act of causing so much damage to something
virtue	n: high moral standards in behavior or attitudes
flaw	n: a fault, mistake, or weakness that causes something not to be perfect
villain	n: a character in a story, movie, or play which often opposes the hero, typically characterized as immoral, evil, or cruel
collision	n: an instance of two or more objects or entities crashing into each other, usually resulting in damage, impact, or conflict
worldview	n: a particular philosophy or cognitive orientation of life or conception of the world
radical	adj: relating to the essential aspects of anything; far beyond the norm, mainly used of opinions and actions
infection	n: a condition in which pathogenic microorganisms or viruses have entered the body
fester	v: to become infected or inflamed and filled with pus; to become increasingly bitter, resentful, or irritated over time
proverb	n: a short saying that expresses a truth or gives advice based on practical experience
alienated	adj: feeling isolated, estranged, or disconnected from others, often due to a sense of difference or lack of belonging
tempt	v: to make someone want to do or have something, especially something that is unnecessary or wrong
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.;
rage	n: a strong feeling of anger or violence
fuel	n: a substance that is typically burned to generate heat or energy
strength	n: the quality or state of being physically, or sometimes mentally, strong
resist	v: to refuse to accept something and attempt to prevent it from happening
profit	n: money that is earned in business or by selling things after deducting the costs involved
revenge	n: the act of inflicting punishment or harm in return for an injury or wrongdoing; retaliation, retribution
define	v: to state or explain precisely the nature, scope, or meaning of something
redirect	v: to change the direction or course of something; to send in a different direction
construct	v: to build or create something; to assemble or combine different parts to form something whole
perpetrator	n: a person who carries out a harmful or illegal act, particularly one that involves violence or deception
heal	v: to make a wound or injury to become well again
division	n: the act or outcome of splitting into separate parts; a critical organizational unit or sector
afford	v: to have enough money or time to be able to buy or do something
terror	n: intense fear; a state of intense fear or alarm
huddle	v: to crowd or press closely together; cuddle
intolerant	adj: the inability or refusal to accept or respect views, beliefs, or behavior that differ from someone’s own; unable to eat food without adverse effects
cruel	adj: feeling or showing pleasure in causing pain or suffering to others