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Word	Meaning	Advanced
intimidate	v: to make someone fearful or uneasy so that they will do something that you want them to do
continent	n: one of the earth’s large landmasses; (adjective) abstaining from your feelings, especially your desire to have sex
outsider	n: a person who is not part of a particular group, community, or society; someone who is considered to be on the periphery or outside of established social circles
photograph	n: a picture or image that is produced by a camera; a visual representation or record of a person, object, or scene that has been captured electronically or on film
spectacle	n: something or someone seen, especially a notable or unusual sight; an optical device consisting of a frame that houses a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision
diversity	n: the quality or fact of many different types of things or people being included in something; a range of different things or people
backpack	n: a bag or pack that is worn on the back, often used for carrying books, equipment, or supplies
hitchhike	v: to obtain a ride in a passing vehicle by signaling to the driver or waving one’s thumb; to travel by getting a free ride in someone else’s vehicle
amazing	adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire
cattle	n: cows, bulls, and buffalos that are raised for their milk or meat as farm animals
papyrus	n: a tall plant with thick stems that grow in or near water, especially in North Africa, or a document or piece of paper made of this plant, especially by ancient Egyptians
shelter	n: a structure built to protect from poor weather, danger, or attack:
observe	v: to watch or notice something carefully, often to gather information or insights; to take note of something or someone; to celebrate or commemorate a special event or occasion
adapt	v: to make fit for or change to suit a new purpose or environment
migratory	adj: relating to or characterized by the movement of individuals or groups from one place to another, often for regular seasonal or environmental reasons
beloved	adj: loved very much
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
ecology	n: the study of the relationships between living organisms, including humans, and their physical environment
ethnography	n: the study of social groups and cultures, often conducted through observation, interviews, and analysis of primary sources; a written account of such a study
insect	n: any small creature that has six legs and a body divided into three sections
enormous	adj: extremely large or great
tapestry	n: a piece of fabric or cloth that is woven with intricate designs or scenes, often depicting historical or mythological events; a complex or intricate story, idea, or situation
incredible	adj: unbelievable; enormous
landscape	n: an expanse of scenery that can be seen in a single view; a large area of land, especially in the country and relating to its appearance
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
geography	n: a field of science devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of the Earth
pilot	n: a person who flies an aircraft, especially as a job; a person qualified to guide ships through a difficult area of water
aircraft	n: any vehicle that can fly and carry things or passengers, such as a plane or helicopter
motor	n: a device that converts electricity, fuel, etc. into movement and makes a machine, vehicle, etc. work
glider	n: a light aircraft or small, unpowered plane that is designed to glide and soar through the air using natural winds and or thermal currents
consist	v: to be composed or made up of
parachute	n: a device used to slow the motion of people or objects through an atmosphere consisting of a large piece of thin cloth that is attached to them and opens out in the air
fuel	n: a substance that is typically burned to generate heat or energy
unobstructed	adj: not blocked or hindered; free from obstacles or impediments
horizontal	adj: parallel to the ground or in a baseline; being at the same level as all members of a group
vertical	adj: upright or perpendicular to a horizontal surface or line
lawn	n: a stretch of ground covered with grass, typically attached to a house, and often used for recreation or aesthetics
spot	n: a particular location or place; a small round or roundish area, differing in color or feels from the surface around it
camel	n: a cud-chewing mammal used as a draft or saddle animal in desert regions
caravan	n: a group of travelers journeying together, often in a convoy of motor vehicles; a covered wagon used for traveling and camping
foreground	n: the part of a view, picture, etc., that is nearest to the viewer
desert	n: arid land with little or no vegetation often covered with sand or rocks
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
fodder	n: feed, such as hay or straw, for cattle and other livestock; figuratively, something that is used as material or inspiration for something else
conventional	adj: based on or following traditional rules, standards, customs, etc.
helicopter	n: a type of aircraft that is capable of hovering in place and moving vertically, as well as flying horizontally; often used for emergency medical services, military operations, and transport in areas with limited access
downdraft	n: a downward current of air, particularly one occurring in or near severe weather systems such as thunderstorms
dawn	n: the time of day when the sun’s light starts to show in the sky
crazy	adj: stupid or not sensible; very angry
adventure	n: a journey or a series of events that is unusual, exciting, or dangerous
altitude	n: the height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level
dimension	n: a measurable extent of a particular kind, such as width, height, or length
drone	n: a low continuous humming noise; someone who takes more time than necessary; a pilot-less aerial vehicle that is operated by remote control
battery	n: a device that is placed inside a car, gadget, equipment, etc. and that provides electrical power to them
horizon	n: the line at which the earth’s surface and the sky appear to meet; the range of interest or activity that can be anticipated
weird	adj: extraordinary, unexpected, or difficult to explain
volcanic	adj: relating to or produced by or consisting of volcano
caldera	n: a large, basin-shaped volcanic crater typically formed by a massive eruption or the collapse of a volcanic cone, often filled with water to form a lake or isolated ecosystem
altimeter	n: a device used to measure altitude, especially in aircraft, by sensing changes in atmospheric pressure
takeoff	n: a departure, especially of airplanes; the initial ascent of an airplane as it becomes airborne
freak	n: an abnormality that is not typical or expected
rank	n: a position in a hierarchy of status or authority; (verb) to take or have a position relative to others
scream	v: to give a loud, high shout suddenly, especially because of fear, anger, excitement, etc.; to utter or declare in a very loud voice
calm	adj: not excited, angry, or nervous; free from wind, large waves
buffet	n: a meal where guests serve themselves from a counter or sideboard
crater	n: a huge bowl-shaped cavity in the earth or an object in space, usually created by an explosion or the impact of a meteorite
sand	n: finely granulated particles of rock or mineral material typically found along beaches, deserts, or riverbeds; used in construction, landscaping, and other applications requiring drainage or abrasive action
volcano	n: a mountain or hill, typically conical, having a crater or vent through which lava, rock fragments, hot vapor, and gas are or have been erupted from the earth’s crust.
exterior	adj: situated in or suitable for the outdoors or outside of something
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.
core	n: the most essential or fundamental part of something
underlie	v: to be the support, basis, hidden cause of something; to be located under or below
freshwater	adj: living in, found in, or connecting with water that does not contain salt
aquifer	n: an underground layer of rock, sand, or Earth that can take in and hold water
basin	n: a natural depression or valley that is circular or oval on the surface of the earth, especially one that has water in it; a container with a bowl form that is typically used to hold food or liquids
leak	v: to allow liquid or gas to get in or out from a hole or crack in a pipe or container
palm	n: the inner surface of the hand from the wrist to the base of the fingers; any plant of the family Palmae having an unbranched trunk crowned by large pinnate or palmate leaves
grove	n: a small group of trees growing closely together
footstep	n: a step, or the sound generated by a person walking when their foot hits the ground
extreme	adj: very great in amount or degree
evaporation	n: the process of a liquid changing into a gas or vapor, often as a result of high temperatures or reduced pressure; the gradual disappearance or dissipation of something, such as money or resources
saltiness	n: the quality or state of being salty
seawater	n: water from the sea or ocean, typically containing salt and various other dissolved minerals
virtually	adv: almost completely
lifeless	adj: without life; dead
amaze	v: to fill with wonder, surprise, or admiration
exploit	v: to make full use of and gain an advantage from resources, opportunities, etc.
mud	n: a soft, wet, sticky earth or clay
shallow	adj: not having much distance from the top to the bottom
pond	n: a small, shallow lake
evaporate	v: to turn a liquid into a gas; to become less intense and disappear gradually
rig	v: to prepare or set up something in a certain way, typically in a carefully planned or fraudulent manner; to equip with sails or masts
agriculture	n: the practice or science of cultivating the land or raising stock
dun	adj: having a dull brownish-gray color, often used to describe the color of certain animals, such as a dun horse; (verb) to repeatedly and insistently demand payment of a debt or money owed
tap	v: to hit someone or something quickly, gently, and often repeatedly; to use existing resources, such as energy, knowledge, etc.
groundwater	n: water that is present beneath the surface of the ground, especially in soil or in pores and crevices in rock
carve	v: to create something by cutting wood or stone; to turn sharply
pathway	n: a track that constitutes or serves as a path; an approach or a way of doing something
trunk	n: the main stem or body of a tree which its branches grow
succulent	adj: having thick and fleshy leaves or stems that can store water, typically used to describe plants in arid environments; (noun) a type of plant that has thick, fleshy leaves or stems that are capable of storing water
zebra	n: a wild, horse-like mammal native to Africa with distinctive black-and-white stripes
thrive	v: to grow vigorously; to make steady progress
environment	n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live
rainfall	n: the amount of rain that falls in a specific location at a particular moment
irrigate	v: to supply water to land to help plants grow
dense	adj: containing a large number of people or something with little space between them
fog	n: a thick cloud consisting of tiny water droplets or ice crystals suspended in the air at or near the Earth’s surface; a weather condition in which visibility is reduced because of a cloud of water
blanket	n: a large piece of soft material used to cover or wrap a person or thing to keep them warm; (adjective) broad in scope or content
bald	adj: having no hair on the head; having a smooth, shiny scalp with no hair
patch	n: a small piece of material or fabric used to repair or reinforce a tear, hole, or damaged area; a small plot of land used for cultivation or a specific purpose
fairy	n: a mythical being of folklore and romance usually depicted as having magic powers
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
mount	v: to increase, go up, or advance gradually or continuously; to prepare and supply with the necessary equipment for execution or performance; to ride on something or someone
summit	n: the highest point of a mountain or hill; a meeting of heads of state or government to discuss important issues
rift	n: a break or fissure in a relationship, organization, or physical structure; a large crack in the ground, rock, or other surfaces
valley	n: a long depression on the surface of the land, which typically contains a river
reserve	v: to keep something for future use or contingency; to obtain or arrange something, such as a meeting, seat, etc., in advance
fable	n: a short story, often with animal characters, that teaches a general truth or a moral lesson
gorilla	n: a large, powerful, and intelligent primate found in the forests of central Africa, with coarse black or brown fur and a distinctive face
conservation	n: the protection of something important, such as the natural environment or artificial structures, especially from the damaging effects of human activity
rural	adj: of or relating to the countryside
density	n: the quality of compactness of a substance
competition	n: a situation in which someone is attempting to beat or outperform another
genocide	n: the intentional killing of a large group of people, especially those of a particular ethnic group or nation
spear	n: a weapon with a long shaft and a sharp metal point used for battle, hunting, and fishing in the past
spectacular	adj: striking or impressive to look at or in performance or achievement
dot	n: a very small circular mark, especially one that is printed
tarp	n: (short for tarpaulin) a large, heavy piece of waterproof material, often made of canvas or plastic, used to cover or protect equipment, vehicles, outdoor living spaces, or other objects from the elements
convoy	n: a group of vehicles, ships, or other vessels that travel together, often for protection or mutual support; (verb) to accompany or escort a person or group while traveling
pulse	n: the regular heartbeat as it sends blood around the body, especially when it is felt at the wrist or side of the neck; a solid regular vibration of sound, electric current, light, or other waves
rhythm	n: a strong regular repeated pattern of sounds, words, or musical notes that are used in music, poetry, and dancing
subside	v: to become less intense or widespread; to sink to a lower level
fertile	adj: capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops; intellectually productive
harvest	n: yields of plants in a single growing season; the period of the year when gathering occurs on a farm
leftover	adj: not consumed or used at the end of something
straw	n: dry stalks of cereal plants used as fodder, fuel, basket, etc.
reinforce	v: to strengthen or support something, especially by adding another material to it; to make emotion, idea, etc. stronger
mosque	n: a Muslim place of worship that usually has a minaret (= slender tower with balconies)
sculptural	adj: relating to or resembling sculpture (= a three-dimensional work of art); having a three-dimensional quality or appearance
masterpiece	n: a work of art that is exceptionally good or highly skilled; a great achievement
alike	adv: similar or identical in nature or appearance
array	n: a large group or collection of things or people, especially one that is impressive or attractive
adaptation	n: the action or process of changing to suit different conditions
extraordinary	adj: exceptional, unexpected, very unusual; surpassing the ordinary or usual
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
retirement	n: the fact or act of stopping working and leaving one’s job
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
empire	n: a group of countries ruled by one leader or government
bury	v: to place a dead body in the ground, grave, or tomb
climate	n: the weather in a particular location averaged over some long period
rainstorm	n: a heavy fall of rain
barrel	n: a large round container made of wood, metal, or plastic, with flat ends and, usually, curved sides; one of several units of volume
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)
diverse	adj: including numerous categories of individuals or entities; various
constant	adj: happening repeatedly or all the time
ultimate	adj: furthest or highest in degree or order
improvisation	n: the act of making something up on the spot or creating or performing something without preparation