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Word	Meaning	Advanced
government	n: the group of people with authority to control a country or state
supermax	adj: used to describe a high-security prison designed to house the most dangerous inmates, often characterized by strict confinement, reduced privileges, and intense surveillance
standing	adj: existing or remaining upright; having a vertical position; (noun) social, financial, or professional status or reputation
suburb	n: an outlying district or residential area of a city or town, typically comprising middle-class and affluent neighborhoods
lobby	n: a large area inside the entrance of a public building where people can meet and wait; a group of people who try to persuade a politician, the government, or an official group to influence legislation
polite	adj: showing consideration, respect, or deference towards others; having good manners, civility, or courteous behavior
attendant	n: a person who is employed to provide a service or perform tasks, often in a public place, such as a flight attendant, parking attendant, or hospital attendant
kiosk	n: a small, often freestanding structure or booth, typically used as a retail outlet or information center, particularly in a public space or high-traffic area
plaque	n: a flat, often rectangular, piece of metal, wood, or other material, inscribed or carved with commemorative text or designs and used as a decoration or award; a soft, sticky film of bacteria that coats teeth and can cause tooth decay
frame	n: a strong border or structure of the wood, metal, etc. that surrounds something such as a picture, door, or window
hallway	n: an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open
decay	n: the process or state of rotting or decomposition by natural causes such as the action of bacteria and fungi; (verb) to rot or decompose through natural causes
isolation	n: the condition of being alone or lonely; the act or state of separation between persons or groups
involve	v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else
constitutional	adj: of or relating to a constitution (= the set of fundamental principles), especially of a country or government; existing as an essential characteristic
differ	v: to be not like someone or something in some way
torture	n: the act of causing intense pain or suffering to someone to punish them, extract information from them, or for some other reason
condemn	v: to express strong disapproval or criticism of something
deserve	v: to be worthy of or entitled to something, especially something good or valuable
mass	n: a large amount of a substance with no definite shape or form; a large number of people or things grouped or crowded together
murder	n: the crime of killing somebody intentionally
solitary	adj: existing, living, or doing without others
confinement	n: the act of confining or limiting movement, often by keeping someone in a specific place or within a specific area; a state of being physically or emotionally restricted or limited
undermine	v: to make someone or something less powerful, less effective, weaker gradually; to make someone’s fame, confidence, or authority less effective or weaker gradually
core	n: the most essential or fundamental part of something
state-of-the-art	adj: characterized by the use of the latest and most advanced technology or methods; cutting-edge
virtually	adv: almost completely
aspect	n: one part or feature of a situation, problem, subject, etc.
toilet	n: a bowl-shaped plumbing fixture with a seat for defecation and urination, or a room or building containing one or more of this fixture
tray	n: a shallow, flat container or surface for holding or carrying objects, often with raised edges or handles
slot	n: a long, narrow opening or groove, typically one that is cut into a hard material, that is designed to receive and hold an object in place
cage	n: a structure made of metal bars or wire in which birds or animals can be kept
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
alike	adv: similar or identical in nature or appearance
irony	n: the expression of one’s meaning by using language that usually signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or rhetorical effect
cement	v: make fast as if with cement; (noun) a building material that is a powder made of a mixture of calcined limestone and clay, used with water, sand, and small stones to make concrete
closet	n: a small room or cabinet with a door used for storing things, especially clothes
blade	n: the flat part of a knife, weapon, or machine with a very thin edge used for cutting
eyesight	n: the ability to see; visual acuity or sharpness
deteriorate	v: to become worse in quality; to decline or degenerate
faraway	adj: located at a geographically distant place; remote or separated by distance; distant or not easily accessible
profound	adj: extremely great; sensed or experienced very strongly; displaying a high level of knowledge or comprehension
glimpse	n: a brief or partial view; the act of seeing something or someone for a very short time or only partly
befriend	v: to become a friend of someone, especially when in need
wasp	n: a flying insect with a narrow waist and a sting, typically feeding on nectar and known for its aggressive behavior towards other insects and animals
communicate	v: to share or exchange information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals
fellow	adj: someone who has the same job or interests as you, or is in the same class, profession, or situation as you
yell	v: to shout in a sudden and loud way
drain	v: to empty or dry something by removing the liquid from it
cord	n: a strong, thick, or thin thread or rope; a piece of plastic-coated wire used to transport electricity to a piece of equipment
devastating	adj: causing a great deal of destruction or damage
harsh	adj: severe and unkind; extremely tough and unpleasant to inhabit
regime	n: the organization, a system, or method that is the governing authority of a political unit
routinely	adv: on a regular or habitual basis; in a manner that is customary or expected
severe	adj: extremely serious or bad in feeling, manner, or strict and harsh; extremely strong or vigorous
punishment	n: a penalty or consequence inflicted for wrongdoing or offense; a means of enforcing discipline or preventing further wrongdoing
tolerate	v: to allow something to exist or happen, even if it is disliked or opposed
represent	v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute
federal	adj: relating to a central government or national authority; refers to government policies, laws, or programs that are implemented at a national level rather than a state or local level
bureau	n: an office or agency that specializes in a particular type of work, often related to collecting or compiling data or information
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
capture	v: to catch a person or an animal and confine them in an area which they cannot escape
accomplished	adj: having completed a task or achieved a goal successfully; skilled or proficient at something
horror	n: intense fear or disgust, especially at something shocking or terrifying
suffer	v: to experience pain, distress, or hardship; to undergo or endure something painful or unpleasant
grasp	v: to take hold of something or someone quickly and firmly
psychology	n: the scientific study of mind and behavior
identity	n: the fact of being who or what somebody or something is; the features, emotions, or ideas that distinguish persons from one another
relation	n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another
doubt	n: a feeling of being uncertain about something, especially about how good or accurate it is
shackle	n: a metal ring, bar, or other device used to confine, restrain, or limit freedom of movement; a restraint or impediment of any kind
obvious	adj: easy to see, discover or understand
bang	v: to hit or cause to hit something in a way that makes a loud noise
smear	v: to spread or apply a substance thinly and unevenly over a surface; to slander or accuse someone falsely; (noun) a mark or blot made by smudging, typically a dirty or greasy one
feces	n: waste matter eliminated from the bowels; excrement
attempt	n: an act or effort of trying to do something, especially something difficult
suicide	n: the act of killing yourself intentionally
tether	v: to tie or secure an animal, person, or object with a rope, chain, or other similar devices to prevent it from moving too far away; (noun) a rope or chain used to tie up or restrain an animal, such as a horse or dog
adjust	v: to make a minor modification to something to make it more suited for a new set of conditions or to make it function better.
outward	adj: relating to the external appearance or surface of something; visible
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
adjustment	n: a small change or movement made to something to improve it and achieve the desired result
paradoxical	adj: seemingly contradictory or absurd because of having two opposite features or facts, though it is probably true
withdrawal	n: the act of taking money out of an account; the act of ceasing to participate in an activity and moving or taking something away or back
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
disorient	v: to make someone confused about where they are or where they should go
frightening	adj: causing fear or alarm, or very surprising and alarming
handle	v: to deal with a situation, problem, or strong emotion
prolong	v: to extend the duration or length of something, particularly a period of time or an event
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
suspend	v: to stop something from continuing or being in force or effect, either temporarily or permanently; to hang something freely
animation	n: the technique of photographing successive drawings or positions of puppets or models to create an illusion of movement when the film is shown as a sequence; enthusiasm and energy in the way you look or behave
tangible	adj: real and concrete; able to be perceived, especially able to be touched; (of business assets) having physical substance and intrinsic monetary value
prohibit	v: to officially stop something from being done or used, especially by enforcing the law
ban	v: to officially or legally forbid or refuse to allow something
judge	n: a person who makes decisions in a court of law; (verb) to determine the result of or form a critical opinion of something
violation	n: an action that breaches a law, rule, or agreement; an infringement of rights or duties
soil	n: the top layer of Earth in which plants grow
locate	v: to specify or determine the exact position of someone or something
rogue	n: a deceitful and unreliable person; a person who behaves badly
sheriff	n: (in the US) a government official who is responsible for keeping law and order within a particular county or town
gleam	v: to reflect light in a way that creates a shining or bright and attractive appearance; to become visible or apparent
overcrowded	adj: containing too many people or things in a particular space, making it cramped or uncomfortable
decrepit	adj: weakened or worn out by old age, illness, or hard use; in a state of disrepair and likely to collapse or break down
facility	n: a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry
entertain	v: to keep a group of people interested or excited; to take into consideration an idea or feeling
convict	v: to prove or declare someone to be guilty of a crime; (noun) a person serving a sentence in a jail or prison
eventually	adv: finally, particularly after a long time or a lot of struggle, complications, and so on
injustice	n: a violation of the rights of others or the laws of a society
expose	v: to show something by uncovering it; to make something accessible to some action or influence
accident	n: an unfortunate event, especially one causing damage or injury
scrutiny	n: careful and detailed examination
journalist	n: a person who collects and writes news stories or articles for newspapers, magazines, radio, television, or other online media
deny	v: to state that one refuses to admit the existence or truth of something
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
monitor	v: to observe, check, and track the progress or quality of something over a period of time
unseen	adj: not seen or noticed; not perceived
observer	n: a person who watches or notices someone or something but has no active part in it
secrecy	n: the state or quality of being kept hidden or private; the act of keeping something confidential or unknown to others
hallmark	n: a distinctive characteristic or attribute of a person or thing
strike	v: to wallop somebody or something with the hand, fist, or weapon; to have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
gag	v: to prevent or restrict speech or expression, often through force or intimidation; to bind or cover the mouth to prevent speech; to cause someone to retch or choke; (noun) a device that is placed over someone’s mouth to prevent them from speaking or making noise; an order that prohibits a person or group from discussing a particular topic or sharing certain information with others
criminal	n: a person who has committed a crime
suppose	v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible
transparent	adj: easy to perceive, detect, or understand; (of a material or article) permitting light to pass through freely
largely	adv: virtually entirely; to a large degree
debate	n: a formal discussion or argument of opposing viewpoints, often to persuade others to adopt a specific position; a public discussion, often on an issue of current interest, in which participants offer opinions and differing perspectives
define	v: to state or explain precisely the nature, scope, or meaning of something
conduct	v: to organize and carry out a particular activity
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
juror	n: a member of a jury, a group of individuals selected to hear evidence and make a decision in a trial
courtroom	n: a room in which a court of law is held
commitment	n: a promise or firm decision to do something or to behave in a certain way
transparency	n: the condition or quality of being easy to see through
gaze	v: to stare at something or someone for an extended time, usually out of surprise or adoration, or because you are thinking about something else
fester	v: to become infected or inflamed and filled with pus; to become increasingly bitter, resentful, or irritated over time
execution	n: the act or process of carrying out a plan, order, or course of action; the act or process of carrying out the death penalty
incarceration	n: the state of being confined in prison or jail
intrude	v: to enter or to be present in a place or situation where one is not wanted or allowed; to interrupt or disturb someone or something
deprivation	n: a state of not having something, such as food or money, that you need for a pleasant life
liberty	n: the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one’s way of life, behavior, or political views
institute	n: an organization that has a specific purpose, particularly one dealing with science, education, or a particular profession; (verb) to initiate, introduce, or establish something
opaque	adj: not transparent; not allowing light to pass through; not permitting a clear view
resident	n: a person who lives in a particular place or has their home in a place
disappear	v: to cease to exist or be visible
obligation	n: the state of being morally or legally bound to do or pay something
justice	n: the quality of being fair and reasonable and treating people equally according to their due
democracy	n: a form of government in which the people have the authority to deliberate and decide legislation, or to choose governing officials to do so
responsible	adj: answerable or accountable for something within one’s power, control, or management
embrace	v: to accept something willingly and enthusiastically; (noun) the act of clasping another person in the arms as in greeting or affection
admonition	n: a warning, caution, or piece of advice aimed at correcting or preventing a mistake or misdeed
sunlight	n: the light emitted by the sun; the rays of the sun
disinfectant	n: a substance used to destroy germs or bacteria on surfaces, often used in medical or cleaning settings
axiom	n: a statement or principle that is regarded as being self-evidently true and does not require proof or justification; a fundamental truth upon which other truths or theories are based
physics	n: the science of matter and energy and their interactions
uncertain	adj: not being sure of something; not being able to choose
principle	n: a fundamental law or truth that explains or controls how something happens or works
mere	adj: used to emphasize how insignificant or minor someone or something is
observation	n: the act or activity of carefully examining or monitoring something or someone
atomic	adj: of or relating to atom (= the smallest component of an element)
reaction	n: a response that reveals a person’s feelings or attitude; (in chemistry) a process in which one or more substances are changed into others
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
administer	v: to oversee and control the operation or arrangement of something
behalf	n: represent; advantage, benefit, the interest of someone
implicate	v: to suggest or imply that someone is involved in wrongdoing or criminal activity or to show that an event or action is linked to something else
inherent	adj: existing in something as a permanent, essential, or characteristic attribute
dignity	n: the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect; high office or rank or station
witness	n: a person who sees something happen, especially a crime or an accident