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Word	Meaning	Advanced
theme	n: a subject or topic of discourse or artistic representation
tense	adj: unable to relax because of being nervous or worried; stretched tight or rigid
resist	v: to refuse to accept something and attempt to prevent it from happening
instantly	adv: immediately
associate	v: to mentally connect someone or something with someone or something else
greatly	adv: to an extraordinary extent or degree; very much
thorough	adj: done completely; significantly careful and accurate
professional	adj: having or showing the skill appropriate to a particular job; competent or skillful
stray	v: to move about aimlessly or without any destination; to move away from the right course or place where you should be
crayon	n: a stick of colored wax, charcoal, chalk, or other material used for drawing or coloring; (verb) to draw or color with crayons, which are sticks of colored wax, chalk, or charcoal used for drawing or coloring
dam	n: a wall constructed over a river to block the flow of water, mainly used to generate energy
inflict	v: to cause harm, injury, or suffering to someone or something
singe	v: to burn something slightly or superficially, usually by mistake
par	n: a state of being equal to someone or something
monologue	n: a solo speech or performance given by one person, typically in a theatrical or storytelling context, and often used to reveal aspects of the speaker’s thoughts, feelings, or backstory
shock	n: a strong feeling or physical reaction to a sudden and unexpected event or experience, especially something unpleasant
quest	n: a long or challenging search for something
storytelling	n: the act or art of narrating or writing stories
amazing	adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire
celebrate	v: to acknowledge a memorable or good day or event with a social gathering or enjoyable activity
alien	n: a person who comes from a different country, race, or group; a form of life assumed to exist outside the Earth or its atmosphere
typical	adj: having the usual characteristics or traits of a specific group of things
nonsense	n: an idea, behavior, or something spoken or written that has no meaning or makes no sense or that is silly or unacceptable
conversation	n: an informal talk between two or more people to exchange their views, ideas, information, etc.
responsible	adj: answerable or accountable for something within one’s power, control, or management
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
infantile	adj: relating to or characteristic of infants or infancy; behaving in an immature or childish manner; lacking maturity or sophistication
essence	n: the basic or most important part or quality of something that makes it what it is
novel	n: an extended fictional work in prose; usually in the form of a story; (adjective) original and of a kind not seen before
mere	adj: used to emphasize how insignificant or minor someone or something is
erotic	adj: relating to or arousing sexual desire or excitement; considered taboo or provocative
writ	n: a written legal order or command
viol	n: a stringed instrument, typically with six strings and frets, played with a bow, also called a viola da gamba
scope	n: the range of one’s perceptions, thoughts, or actions, or a subject that
anxious	adj: worried and nervous
discovery	n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known
monstrous	adj: extremely large or evil, or having a frightening appearance
vermin	n: small animals, such as rats and mice, that are considered to be harmful
bug	n: any tiny insect; a fault or defect in a computer program, system, or machine
metamorphosis	n: a profound or dramatic change in form, structure, or condition; a transformation; the process by which an animal or insect undergoes a physical transformation, such as growth, development, or maturation
unjust	adj: not fair or equitable; lacking in justice or impartiality; morally unacceptable or wrong
justify	v: to provide a valid or reasonable explanation, reasoning, or evidence in support of a belief, action, or decision; to defend or vindicate something as right or valid
masterpiece	n: a work of art that is exceptionally good or highly skilled; a great achievement
contemporary	adj: belonging to the same or present time
literature	n: written works, such as novels, plays, poems, or short stories that are considered to have artistic or intellectual value
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
useless	adj: not serving any useful purpose; having no practical result
bet	v: to risk money on the result of an event or a competition, such as a race or game, to get more money; to have faith or confidence in something
primitive	adj: of or relating to an early stage of society with no industry or technological development; simple, naive, or old-fashioned in style
stud	n: a small object with a head on one end and a sharp point on the other, used for fastening clothing, leather, or other materials; an animal used for breeding, typically a male horse or bull that is of superior breeding stock; (verb) to decorate or adorn with studs; to provide with studs for support
artistic	adj: of or relating to art or artist; satisfying aesthetic standards and sensibilities
ridiculous	adj: very silly or unreasonable and deserving to be laughed at
skit	n: a short, often humorous performative piece or act, typically performed in a comic or satirical tone or style, as part of a variety show or a theatrical or musical performance
idiot	n: a foolish or stupid person who lacks common sense or judgment; a derogatory term used to describe someone who is mentally deficient
mischievous	adj: causing or showing a fondness for playfully causing trouble; harmful or troublesome, especially in a playful or amusing way
proof	n: a fact or piece of information that shows something is true or exists
tire	v: to become weary or fatigued, often due to physical or mental exertion; to cause someone to feel weary or fatigued; (noun) a rubber covering that is placed around the rim of a wheel, which provides traction and absorbs shock while driving
overnight	adj: lasting for or occurring during one night; occurring or changing extremely quickly or suddenly; happening or being achieved in a short amount of time
overtime	n: time worked beyond the regular or agreed-upon hours of work, often resulting in additional pay or compensation for the employee
tiring	adj: causing fatigue, exhaustion, or boredom
fatigue	n: a feeling of tiredness or weariness, especially as a result of physical or mental exertion; the reduction in the strength or efficiency of a material or structure due to repeated use or stress
gentle	adj: having or showing a kindly or tender nature; soft and mild
exception	n: something that is not included in a general rule or pattern; a person or thing that is excluded or stands apart from others
unfortunately	adv: by bad luck; unluckily
pastime	n: an activity that is enjoyable and done for leisure or entertainment purposes, such as a hobby or game
ballet	n: a type of performance dance that tells a dramatic story or expresses an idea with music but no talking or singing
competition	n: a situation in which someone is attempting to beat or outperform another
elementary	adj: relating to the first principles or fundamental parts of a subject; fundamental or basic, often used to refer to a school or level of education that covers the fundamental principles of various subjects
increasingly	adv: more and more
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
grade	n: a particular level of quality, size, importance, etc.
drawing	n: the act of making a picture with a pencil, pen, or other instruments on paper, cardboard, or other material
contest	n: a competition in which people compete for supremacy in a sport or other activity; a struggle between rivals
diligent	adj: showing or characterized by care and effort in your work or duties
eager	adj: showing enthusiasm and a strong desire or interest to do something
sketch	n: a simple, quickly-made picture that does not have many details; a short descriptive summary of something
perch	v: to sit, stand, or rest on something, particularly a narrow or elevated surface; to position oneself confidently or dominantly; to place something in a high or elevated position; (noun) a branch or other elevated place where a bird can rest or roost
branch	n: a division of a tree or woody shrub that grows out from the trunk or a main stem; a division of some larger or more complex organization
talent	n: a natural ability to be good at something; someone who has a natural ability to be good at something
rascal	n: a mischievous or playful person often used affectionately; a rogue or scoundrel
suppose	v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible
palace	n: the residence of a high-ranking official such as a king, queen, etc.
drag	v: to pull or haul with force
utterly	adv: completely or absolutely
mortify	v: to cause extreme embarrassment, shame, or humiliation; to subdue or discipline one’s bodily passions or desires
explanation	n: the information or arguments that someone provides to make something understandable or clear
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
encourage	v: to give someone support, confidence, or hope; to persuade someone to do or continue to do something by making it easier for them and making them believe it is a good thing to do
seldom	adv: not often; rarely
unfair	adj: not giving equal treatment or opportunities to people involved; marked by injustice, partiality, or deception
pun	n: a humorous play on words or use of words that sound similar but have different meanings, often for a comedic effect; a form of wordplay
doe	n: a mature female of mammals of which the male is called a buck, such as a deer or a rabbit
wallpaper	n: a decorative paper or fabric that is applied to walls or ceilings to enhance their appearance; a digital image used as a background on a computer screen
lame	adj: having a limp or difficulty walking due to an injury or disability
untitled	adj: not named or titled; not given a title or official designation
weird	adj: extraordinary, unexpected, or difficult to explain
void	n: an empty space; a feeling of emptiness; (adjective) lacking any legal or binding force
interpretation	n: an explanation or opinion of something, especially that is not immediately obvious
essentially	adv: relating to the essential features or concepts of anything
amateur	adj: engaging in an activity or pursuing a particular interest without professional knowledge, training, or experience; non-professional
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
handlebar	n: a horizontal bar or rod attached to the front fork of a bicycle, motorcycle, or other vehicles, used as a handle for steering the vehicle
bull	n: a male bovine animal; an investor who has a positive outlook on the market or a particular investment and buys with the expectation of prices increasing
convincing	adj: able to make someone believe that something is true
urine	n: a liquid by-product of metabolism in humans and in many other animals that are released from the body when you urinate
fountain	n: a structure usually consisting of a basin and a jet of water that is sprayed into the air, often used for decoration or as a source of drinking water
gap	n: a conspicuous disparity or difference separates something such as a figure, people, their opinions, situation, etc.
argue	v: to express differing opinions or points of view, often in a heated or contentious manner; to present a case or reasoning to persuade or convince others
choke	v: to prevent or obstruct the normal breathing or swallowing of someone or something
oppress	v: to treat people in a cruel and authoritarian way, especially by denying them the same freedoms, rights, etc. as other people
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
banish	v: to expel or send away from a place or situation, especially permanently
desire	n: a strong feeling of wanting to have or do something
rev	n: a measure of the rate at which an engine or motor rotates, often expressed in revolutions per minute (RPM); (verb) to increase the number of rotations per minute
mime	n: a form of acting or performance in which gestures, body movements, and facial expressions are used to convey meaning or tell a story without the use of spoken words; a performer who specializes in this art form
riff	v: to play a short, repeated, tuneful phrase, often used in jazz and rock; to improvise or go off on a humorous tangent; (noun) a short, repeated, tuneful phrase
awful	adj: causing fear, dread, or terror; very bad or unpleasant
troll	n: a person who makes inflammatory or off-topic posts on the internet; a supernatural creature often portrayed as a giant or dwarf that lives in isolated areas; (verb) to fish by dragging a baited line through the water behind a boat
excite	v: to make someone feel suddenly enthusiastic or eager
castle	n: a large building, typically of the medieval period, fortified against attack with thick walls, battlements, towers, and often a moat
impulse	n: a sudden strong and unreflective wish or need to do something; the electrical discharge that travels along a nerve fiber
suppress	v: to bring something under control by force or authority; to put an end by force
negative	adj: having the quality of something bad or harmful; expressing refusal
jealousy	n: a feeling of resentment or bitterness towards someone because they have something that you desire
praise	n: an expression that shows approval and admiration of the achievements or characteristics of someone or something
envy	v: to experience a feeling of jealousy or resentment towards someone because of their possessions, qualities, or achievements; to desire to have something that someone else has; (noun) a feeling of resentment or jealousy towards someone else’s perceived advantage or success
dictator	n: a political leader who has complete power over a country, especially one who has obtained control by force
critic	n: someone who expresses opinions about the quality of books, music, etc.
evil	adj: profoundly immoral, cruel, and wicked; having or exerting a harmful effect on people
drama	n: a play in a theatre, television, or radio, or performance on a stage
dram	n: a small unit of weight used for measuring liquids, particularly whiskey and other alcoholic beverages
likewise	adv: in the same way
rarely	adv: not happening often; infrequently; seldom
miserable	adj: very unhappy, uncomfortable, or unpleasant; causing great distress or suffering
military	adj: relating to or characteristic of members of the armed forces; of or relating to war or warfare
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
assignment	n: a duty or task given to someone, usually as part of their job or studies
blank	adj: without any writing or printing; empty or devoid of ideas, information, or meaning; unable to remember or recall information
unfortunate	adj: having bad luck or fortune; unlucky
childhood	n: the state or time of being a child
crazy	adj: stupid or not sensible; very angry
devil	n: a supernatural being typically represented in belief systems as an evil or mischievous spirit, often used metaphorically to describe a person or thing that is harmful, dangerous, or wicked
creep	v: to move slowly, quietly, and carefully, usually to avoid being seen or heard
handwriting	n: the particular way in which a person writes, as distinct from printing or typing
deadline	n: a date or period by which something must be done
trance	n: a state of altered consciousness in which a person may seem to be asleep or unconscious but, in reality, is highly responsive to suggestion; a state of being deeply absorbed in thought or feeling, often characterized by a heightened awareness of one’s surroundings and emotions
aft	adj: (the opposite of “forward”) located at or towards the rear or back of a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle
nag	v: to annoy or irritate someone persistently with repeated complaints, requests, or criticism; (noun) an old or over-worked horse
disappear	v: to cease to exist or be visible
spouse	n: a person’s husband, wife, or partner in marriage
transform	v: to change in outward structure or looks;
magic	n: beliefs and actions employed to influence supernatural beings and forces; any art or performance that invokes supernatural powers
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
ultimate	adj: furthest or highest in degree or order
alcohol	n: a clear liquid that can make people drunk and is used in medicines, cleaning products, etc.
pragmatic	adj: practical rather than idealistic
bold	adj: brave, daring, and confident; not frightened of danger or afraid to say what you feel or to take risks
identity	n: the fact of being who or what somebody or something is; the features, emotions, or ideas that distinguish persons from one another
cab	n: a taxi or other vehicle that can be hired for transportation; the compartment from which a vehicle, such as a train or truck, is driven
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
banker	n: a person who is in charge of or has an important job in a bank
publicly	adv: in a manner accessible to or observable by the public; by the government
graham	n: a type of flour made from whole wheat that has had the bran and germ removed and is often used to make crackers or cookies; a cracker made with this type of flour
legend	n: an old story that may or may not be accurate regarding some persons and events; a well-known person who is admired by others for a long time, particularly in a particular field
modern	adj: of or belonging to the present time or recent times
aspiring	adj: desiring or striving for recognition or advancement; wanting to be successful in life
celebrated	adj: renowned for possessing admirable attributes
touched	adj: affected emotionally or mentally; moved; showing a slight change or alteration