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Word	Meaning	Advanced
contemporary	adj: belonging to the same or present time
unexpected	adj: not anticipated or regarded as likely to happen
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
nowhere	adv: not in, at, or to any place; not anywhere
dirt	n: soil, dust, or any substance that makes a surface not clean; the part of the earth’s surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rock
rural	adj: of or relating to the countryside
quirk	n: a peculiar behavior, habit, or characteristic that is distinctive to an individual or group
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
intellect	n: the ability to think logically and comprehend information, especially at an advanced level
instance	n: a particular example or single occurrence of something
compete	v: to strive to achieve more success than someone or something
squirrel	n: a small to medium-sized rodent with a bushy tail, found in almost every part of the world
brain	n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling
documentary	n: a film or a radio or television program that gives facts and information about a subject; of or derived from official documents
voracious	adj: having a very strong appetite or desire for something, especially for food or activity; extremely eager or enthusiastic for something
novel	n: an extended fictional work in prose; usually in the form of a story; (adjective) original and of a kind not seen before
amazing	adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire
recline	v: to lean or lie back in a relaxed or comfortable position
holler	v: to shout or call out loudly and forcefully, often to get someone’s attention or convey a message
fetch	v: to go and bring back something or someone; to retrieve or obtain something
pump	v: to cause water, air, gas, etc. to move from one place to another by using mechanical equipment; to get or supply something such as money, information, etc. in significant quantities
damage	v: to harm or cause injury to something or someone, often resulting in decreased value or functionality; to impair or negatively affect something, such as a reputation or relationship; (noun) harm or injury that is caused to a person, thing, or entity
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
exhibition	n: a public event or display of works of art, scientific or industrial objects, or other items of interest, usually held in a museum or art gallery
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
suppose	v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible
strike	v: to wallop somebody or something with the hand, fist, or weapon; to have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
clarity	n: the quality of being coherent and understandable; the quality of transparency or purity
appealing	adj: attractive or exciting; evoking a positive response or desire; having qualities that are likely to encourage someone to like or enjoy something
broad	adj: very wide; general
exquisite	adj: extremely beautiful and delicate
craftsman	n: a skilled worker who creates handmade objects, especially one who works with wood, metal, or other materials
technique	n: a particular way or art of doing something that needs skill
biennial	adj: occurring every two years
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
criteria	n: (plural of criterion) standards or conditions by which something may be judged or decided
obtuse	adj: lacking in sharpness or quickness of mind; blunt or dull-witted; (of mathematics) an angle that measures greater than 90 degrees but less than 180 degrees
esoteric	adj: intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with specialized knowledge or interest
refined	adj: made pure by having impurities or unwanted elements removed by processing
fluent	adj: able to communicate in a specific language smoothly or effectively, or easily
concept	n: an idea or principle associated with something abstract
greatly	adv: to an extraordinary extent or degree; very much
craft	n: an activity that requires a particular skill in making things with one’s hands
invention	n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation; the act of inventing
studio	n: a room or building where creative or artistic work is produced; a television or radio production company
realistic	adj: having or showing a sensible and practical idea that is possible to achieve
still-life	n: a genre of art that focuses on depicting inanimate objects, such as flowers, fruit, or everyday objects, arranged in a way to create a composition
indoor	adj: located, happened, or used inside a building
installation	n: the act or process of fixing furniture, a machine, or a piece of equipment into position so that it can be used; the act or process of putting into an office or a position
outdo	v: to do better than someone; to surpass
mention	v: to speak or write about something or someone briefly
introduction	n: a preliminary explanation or remarks given before the start of a text, performance, or event; the act of bringing something new into existence or introducing something to a wider audience or new market
fictional	adj: imaginary and not real; of or related to literary fiction
agriculture	n: the practice or science of cultivating the land or raising stock
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
flip	v: to turn over into a different position quickly; to throw or toss with a light motion
cleanse	v: to purify or get rid of impurities or toxins; to wash or scrub thoroughly, often in a ritualistic or symbolic context; to purge or remove negative or harmful influences or substances from something; (noun) an act of cleaning or purifying something, typically the body
giant	adj: enormous; much bigger or more important than similar items usually are
unfold	v: to open up or spread out something that is folded or rolled up; to reveal or disclose something that was previously hidden or unknown
dusk	n: the period of the day just before nightfall when the light begins to fade; the darker part of twilight
dawn	n: the time of day when the sun’s light starts to show in the sky
twilight	n: the soft, diffused light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon, either from sunrise to sunrise or sunset to sunset
wedge	n: a piece of wood, metal, or other material with one thick end and a narrow edge that is driven between two things or parts of objects to secure or separate them
backyard	n: a whole space behind and belonging to a house
ephemeral	adj: lasting or used for only a short time
transience	n: the state or fact of lasting only for a short time; the quality or state of being temporary
mad	adj: insane, especially due to a mental illness; very angry
frost	n: a thin layer of ice that forms on surfaces when the temperature falls below freezing; weather cold enough to cause freezing
lawn	n: a stretch of ground covered with grass, typically attached to a house, and often used for recreation or aesthetics
melt	v: to turn from something solid into something soft or liquid as a result of heating
develop	v: to grow or expand; to improve or refine through a process of progress and refinement, often to achieve greater sophistication or complexity; to elaborate or add detail to something that is in the process of being created
alternative	n: one of two or more available possibilities or choice
fundraise	v: to collect or solicit funds or donations, typically for a charity, nonprofit organization, or political campaign, often through events, campaigns, or online platforms
scratch	v: to cut or damage the surface of something or the skin with a sharp or pointed object
masterpiece	n: a work of art that is exceptionally good or highly skilled; a great achievement
buck	n: a male deer; a unit of currency, especially the US dollar; a sudden jolt or movement; a young man; (verb) to resist or oppose something, such as an authority, trend, or convention
spark	v: to start something or make it grow, especially suddenly; to emit a tiny piece of fire or electricity
craze	n: an enthusiasm for a particular activity, object, or idea that appears suddenly and achieves widespread but short-lived popularity; a fad
portrait	n: a painting, picture; the likeness of a person, especially one showing the face
jackpot	n: a large cash prize or reward that is won by chance or luck; a situation in which one experiences an unexpectedly positive or fortunate outcome
drawing	n: the act of making a picture with a pencil, pen, or other instruments on paper, cardboard, or other material
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
cousin	n: the child of your aunt or uncle
compliment	n: an expression of praise, admiration, or approval; a polite or flattering statement intended to make someone feel good
residence	n: the fact or condition of living in a particular place; a home
porch	n: a covered entrance to a building, typically one leading to the front door and extending outwards
toothbrush	n: a small brush with a handle used for cleaning the teeth
pajama	n: a pair of loose pants with a matching top, worn for sleeping or lounging
abode	n: a place where one lives; a dwelling; a house, or other shelters
discuss	v: to talk about or examine in detail through conversation or debate; to exchange ideas, opinions, or information on a particular topic
refer	v: to direct someone’s attention, thoughts, or questions to another source or person; to mention, cite, or allude to something as evidence or support
nest	n: a structure in which animals lay their eggs or give birth to their young
property	n: a thing or things that belong to someone
harness	v: to control and exploit the power of something, especially natural resources that produce energy; (noun) a set of narrow pieces of leather and metal that are used to control or hold in place a person, animal, or object
mix-tape	n: a collection of songs, usually recorded onto a cassette tape or burned onto a CD, compiled by an individual rather than a record company, and often given to friends or acquaintances as a gift
chaos	n: a state of complete confusion or disorder, often characterized by a lack of predictability or control
artwork	n: the pieces of art, such as pictures and photographs used in books, magazines, etc.
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
irrigation	n: the agricultural practice of supplying land with water through pipes or channels so that crops grow well
nonprofit	adj: not established for commercial profit
heirloom	n: a valuable object, typically a piece of jewelry, artwork, or household item, that is passed down from generation to generation as a family heirloom; something that has special sentimental or historical value
precious	adj: uncommon and extremely valuable
gem	n: a precious or semiprecious stone, usually of high quality and often used as jewelry; something that is considered to be a highly prized and valuable possession or attribute of a person or thing
duo	n: a pair of two individuals or things, particularly performers who work together as a team or musical group
bud	n: a small swelling on a plant stem or twig containing an undeveloped shoot
tradition	n: a belief, custom, or way of doing something that has been passed down from generation to generation within a group or society
geography	n: a field of science devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of the Earth
jig	n: a lively dance with a fast tempo and typically involving hopping movements; a device or tool used for guiding or directing a cutting or drilling tool
milestone	n: an important event or stage in the development or progress of something; a stone by the side of a road to show distances
anniversary	n: the annual recurrence of a date marking a notable event; a date on which an event occurred in a previous year
bury	v: to place a dead body in the ground, grave, or tomb
grave	n: a place where a dead body is buried, typically marked by a headstone or other memorial; a very serious, solemn, or important matter; (verb) to carve, cut, or etch a design, inscription, or mark onto a hard surface, such as stone or metal; (adjective) serious, solemn, or weighty in nature
hilarious	adj: extremely funny
toast	n: slices of bread browned on both sides that have been put near a high heat; a drink in honor of or to the health of a person or even
essence	n: the basic or most important part or quality of something that makes it what it is
mimicry	n: the act or skill of copying the sounds or behavior of a particular person or animal, often to make people laugh
camouflage	n: an outward appearance that conceals the underlying essence of something; the way of concealing troops or military equipment so they cannot be seen against the surrounding environment
alley	n: a narrow lane or way between buildings, often used as a passage or a shortcut; a small street that runs between two other streets
jungle	n: an area of tropical forest where in which trees and plants grow very thickly
creature	n: a living being, especially an animal
butterfly	n: a diurnal insect typically has a slender body with knobbed antennae and broad, colorful wings
specimen	n: an individual example or sample of something, typically used to represent a larger group or category
pile	n: a collection of objects positioned one on top of another; a large sum of something, such as money
conversation	n: an informal talk between two or more people to exchange their views, ideas, information, etc.
hazel	n: a small tree or shrub that produces edible nuts similar to almonds; the light brown or yellowish-brown color that resembles the color of the hazelnut
anthropology	n: the scientific study of humanity, concerned with human behavior, human biology, cultures, societies, and linguistics in both the present and past, including past human species
sabbatical	n: a period of leave granted to a person for rest, travel, or other pursuits, often in academia or other professions
distinctive	adj: having a quality or characteristic that makes it stand out from others
yodel	v: to sing or call out with rapid changes in pitch between low and high notes, usually in a distinct, wavering style popular in traditional Alpine music and culture; (noun) a form of singing that involves repeated changes of pitch during a single note
uvula	n: a fleshy, cone-shaped structure that hangs down from the soft palate at the back of the throat, playing a role in speech and swallowing
forbidden	adj: not permitted or allowed by rules or laws
symbol	n: something visible that is used to represent something else
typical	adj: having the usual characteristics or traits of a specific group of things
embroidery	n: the art or skill of decorating fabric with thread, yarn, or other material, often by creating designs or pictures with stitches or patterns
fake	adj: not genuine; fraudulent or counterfeit
crack	v: to break or cause to break without dividing into separate parts; (noun) a line on the surface of something along which it has separated without breaking
antique	adj: very old and often valuable; from a bygone era
germ	n: a very tiny living that causes the disease; a piece of something such as an organism, concept, etc., capable of growing into a new one or part of one
ribbon	n: a long, narrow strip or band of fabric, often used for decoration or tying things together; a symbol or badge representing a particular honor or award
wool	n: a textile fiber obtained from the fleece of sheep or certain other animals, used for making clothing and other fabric items
motto	n: a phrase or slogan that expresses a guiding principle or goal
pragmatist	n: a person who practically approaches situations and problems; someone who prioritizes usefulness and functionality over abstract principles or ideals
warn	v: to make someone aware of potential danger or difficulty, particularly one that may occur in the future
barb	n: a sharp projection or point, often on a plant or animal; a cutting remark or criticism that is meant to hurt or insult; a type of fishing lure that has small hooks and a brightly colored feather or hair
fence	n: a structure, usually made of wood or metal, that encloses an area, typically for protection or to keep animals or people in or out; a dealer in stolen property
scholar	n: professor; a person who studies a topic in considerable depth, particularly in a university
bless	v: to make or pronounce holy; to hallow; to consecrate; to sanctify
paranoid	adj: unreasonably or obsessively believing that other people do not like you or want to harm you
government	n: the group of people with authority to control a country or state
doe	n: a mature female of mammals of which the male is called a buck, such as a deer or a rabbit
fortune	n: a large amount of money or property; chance or luck as an unknown and arbitrary force affecting human affairs
teller	n: a person who works in a bank or financial institution and is responsible for processing customers’ deposits, withdrawals, and other transactions, also referred to as a bank teller; a person who tells stories or relates information to an audience
ginger	n: a plant (Zingiber officinale) that is widely cultivated for its aromatic underground stem (rhizome), which is used as a spice, especially in Asian cooking
gab	v: to talk or chat informally and at length, often in a relaxed or gossipy manner; to engage in idle or frivolous conversation; (noun) casual conversation or idle chatter
sandy	adj: covered with or containing sand; (especially of hair color) pale yellowish to yellowish brown
aboriginal	adj: relating to the people, culture, or history of the original inhabitants of a particular region, especially before the arrival of colonizers or settlers; indigenous
sculpture	n: the art of creating three-dimensional objects or forms, typically by carving, modeling, or casting in a variety of materials such as stone, wood, metal, or clay
heal	v: to make a wound or injury to become well again
prolific	adj: producing many works, results, or offspring
stasis	n: a state of stillness or immobility, often used in a medical context to refer to a lack of change or progress in a condition or disease
scare	v: to frighten a person or animal, or to become frightened
scary	adj: causing fear or fright; frightening; intimidating
optometrist	n: a healthcare professional who specializes in the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of vision and eye-related disorders and who may prescribe and fit corrective lenses or other optical aids
optics	n: the academic study of vision and light
adventure	n: a journey or a series of events that is unusual, exciting, or dangerous
skinny	adj: having a very thin or slim body; referring to clothing that is tightly fitting and reveals the shape of the body; referring to information or details that are kept secret or confidential