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Word	Meaning	Advanced
ancient	adj: relating to the long ago, particularly the historical period preceding the fall of the Western Roman Empire; very old
parable	n: a short allegorical story designed to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson
shrug	v: to raise your shoulders and then drop them to say you do not know or are not interested
eventually	adv: finally, particularly after a long time or a lot of struggle, complications, and so on
draft	n: a preliminary version of something that is not yet in its final form
eager	adj: showing enthusiasm and a strong desire or interest to do something
label	n: a small piece of paper, fabric, or other material attached to an object and giving information about it; (verb) to assign to a category
concrete	adj: existing in a physical or material form rather than an abstract one; based on facts rather than ideas or guesses; made of or covered with cement
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
fluid	n: a substance that can flow and is not solid
incomplete	adj: not having all the necessary or appropriate parts; not yet finished
warn	v: to make someone aware of potential danger or difficulty, particularly one that may occur in the future
gripping	adj: engaging or compelling; capable of holding one’s attention or interest tightly; evocative of strong emotions or reactions
tight	adj: fixed, fastened, or kept together firmly or closely
proceed	v: to move forward or to continue with a process or action; to advance or progress
loosen	v: to make something less tight, firm, or fixed; to free from restraint or constraint; to relax
grip	n: the act of holding onto something firmly with your hands, or the ability to do so; (verb) to hold fast or firmly
curiosity	n: a strong desire to know or learn about something
pregnant	adj: having a baby or young animal developing in the uterus
wholehearted	adj: sincere, genuine, and enthusiastic; with complete devotion or commitment
possessed	adj: controlled or influenced by a strong emotion or belief
flaw	n: a fault, mistake, or weakness that causes something not to be perfect
practically	adv: almost or nearly
superhero	n: a fictional hero who possesses extraordinary powers and abilities and is dedicated to protecting the public
function	n: the purpose or use of an object, system, or process; a particular activity or operation that is designed to serve a specific purpose; a mathematical concept that describes a relationship between two sets of values, called the input and output sets; (verb) to operate or work in a specific way, or to perform a particular task or purpose
brain	n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling
organic	adj: of or derived from biological substance; producing plants and animals for food and other items without the use of synthetic chemicals
medication	n: a drug or other form of medicine that treats, prevents, or alleviates the symptoms of the disease
labor	n: productive work, especially physical work done for wages; the people who do manual or physical work in a country or company for wage; (verb) to work hard or to strive and make an effort to reach a goal
weigh	v: to have a particular weight; to carefully evaluate things before making a conclusion
pound	n: the standard unit of money in the UK; the standard unit of weight equal to 16 ounces
ounce	n: a unit of weight equal to approximately 28 grams
pediatrics	n: the branch of medicine that deals with the care and treatment of children
soil	n: the top layer of Earth in which plants grow
thread	n: a fine cord of natural or synthetic fibers or filaments, such as cotton or nylon, used in sewing, knitting, or weaving; a series of connected messages or comments on a social media platform or online forum, often related to a particular topic; a sequence or line of events, ideas, or actions that are connected or related; (verb) to pass a thread through a needle or other small opening, in preparation for sewing or stitching
logic	n: a way of thinking or reasoning conducted or evaluated by strict validity principles; the study of correct reasoning or good arguments
chromosome	n: a long and string-like DNA molecule containing the part or all of the genetic material of an organism that controls what an animal or plant is like
syndrome	n: a group of signs and symptoms that occur together and are characteristic of a particular condition or disorder
chunk	n: a thick and solid mass or piece of something
brand	n: a type of product, service, etc., made by a particular company and sold under a specific name; identification mark on the skin of livestock, criminals, etc., made by burning
onyx	n: a semiprecious or precious stone, typically black or white with bands of alternating colors; a variety of fine-grained chalcedony
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
delay	v: to cause something to happen at a later time than originally intended or expected
disability	n: a physical or mental condition that makes it difficult for someone to do some things that other people do
equanimity	n: a state of calmness, stability, and composure, particularly in the face of stress, adversity, or challenging situations
unequivocal	adj: admitting of no doubt; having only one meaning or interpretation and leading to only one conclusion
diagnose	v: to determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a careful analysis
despair	n: the feeling that there is no hope and you cannot do anything to improve a difficult situation
tragic	adj: causing great sadness or suffering; very unfortunate
mysterious	adj: difficult to understand, explain, or identify; having an aura of secrecy, intrigue, or puzzlement
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
reggae	n: a genre of music that originated in Jamaica in the late 1960s, characterized by its rhythmic and syncopated style, prominent bass lines, and lyrics often addressing social or political themes
smirk	v: to smile in a way that suggests one is pleased or amused by someone or something, often in a smug or self-satisfied manner
bounce	v: to cause to move up or away after hitting a surface; to spring back
rhythm	n: a strong regular repeated pattern of sounds, words, or musical notes that are used in music, poetry, and dancing
stunning	adj: causing a strong emotional reaction of admiration, surprise, or shock due to its beauty, rarity, or excellence
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
intent	n: a strong determination or attention to do or achieve something; (adjective) having a strong determination to do or achieve something
calm	adj: not excited, angry, or nervous; free from wind, large waves
presence	n: the fact or state that someone or something exists, occurs, or is present
occupation	n: a person’s job or profession; the act of taking possession
therapy	n: the act of caring for someone through medication, remedial training, etc.
neurological	adj: of or relating to the science of neurology or the nervous system
dull	adj: not interesting or exciting; not bright, vivid, or shiny; not active, brisk, or sharp
disappoint	v: to fail to meet someone or their hopes or expectations; to make someone feel sad
roll	v: to move in a particular direction by turning over and over or from side to side
neurology	n: the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the nervous system
lean	adj: having a noticeably small amount of body fat; (verb) to bend or move from a straight to a sloping posture
jostle	v: to push, elbow, or bump against someone or something in a forceful or crowded way; to compete with or struggle against another person or group for space, resources, or attention
bully	n: a person who uses strength or power to harm or intimidate those who are weaker; (verb) to intimidate, harass, or mistreat someone weaker or less powerful
dangle	v: to hang or swing loosely, especially in a way that suggests instability or lack of support; to tempt or tantalize by holding out the prospect of something desirable but uncertain
devise	v: to come up with an idea, plan, theory, etc., using your intelligence or imagination
splint	n: a rigid or flexible device used to immobilize or support a broken or injured bone or joint, often made of wood, metal, or other sturdy materials and commonly used in first aid or medical settings
norm	n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard
swallow	v: to make food, drink, pills, etc., pass down your throat into your stomach; (noun) small long-winged songbird noted for swift, graceful flight and the regularity of its migrations
strive	v: to try very hard to do, achieve, or obtain something
pat	v: to touch or tap something lightly and usually in a friendly or encouraging manner; to apply or rub lightly and repetitively
erase	v: to remove something completely, especially by rubbing it
disastrous	adj: extremely bad, harmful, or unsuccessful
pursue	v: to do something or attempt to attain something over time; to follow or seek someone or something, especially in trying to catch them
cellular	adj: of or connected with the cells of animals or plants; of or connected with a mobile telephone system that uses several short-range radio stations instead of wires
blueprint	n: a photographic print of an early plan for a building or machine
able-bodied	adj: having a healthy and strong body capable of physical activities; not suffering from physical disabilities that limit movement or strength
release	v: to set free or allow to escape from confinement
bias	n: a strong feeling in favor of or against one group of people, an idea, or thing, often not based on fair judgment
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
arch	n: a curved structure with two supports that holds the weight of something above it, such as a bridge or the upper part of a building
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
tongue	n: a moveable mass of muscle tissue covered with mucous membrane that is in the mouth; a language
torque	n: a twisting or rotational force that tends to cause rotation around an axis; a measure of the force that can cause an object to rotate;
belly	n: the front part of the body below the chest, containing the stomach and bowels; the rounded or curved part of an object, such as a ship or aircraft
tip	n: the top or extreme point of something slender or tapering, usually a mountain or hill; a piece of advice about something practical; a small amount of money given for services
wiggle	v: to move or cause to move up and down or from side to side in short and quick movements
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
toddler	n: a young child who has recently learned to walk
screw	v: to turn something, such as a bolt, with a driver or wrench to tighten or loosen it; (noun) a cylindrical rod with a helical ridge used to fasten things together
limber	v: to make or become more flexible, particularly with exercise or stretching; to prepare oneself mentally or physically for a task or activity
mobility	n: the ability to move or be moved freely or easily from one place, job, or social class to another
rejoice	v: to feel or express great joy or happiness; to celebrate or express gratitude for a happy or positive situation or event
yank	v: to pull something or someone forcefully with a sudden movement
complicated	adj: involving a lot of different things or parts in a way that is difficult to understand or analyze
batch	n: a quantity or group of things that are made or produced together and are considered to be the same or similar; an amount produced during a specified period of time or process
acknowledged	adj: recognized or admitted as being true or valid
strength	n: the quality or state of being physically, or sometimes mentally, strong
celebrated	adj: renowned for possessing admirable attributes
independence	n: freedom from another’s or others’ control or influence
fulfill	v: to meet the requirements or expectations; to achieve or realize
attitude	n: the way you think and feel about someone or something
congenital	adj: existing from birth; often used to describe a condition or trait that is inherited or present from the moment of birth
defect	n: an imperfection, shortcoming, or lack of something or someone
pity	n: a feeling of sorrow and compassion caused by the suffering or misfortunes of others; an object of contempt or disdain
colleague	n: one of a group of a coworker, especially in a profession or a business
hail	v: to call out to someone to get their attention, often from a distance; to greet or welcome someone, especially with enthusiasm or admiration; (noun) precipitation in the form of small balls or lumps of ice that fall from the sky
blockbuster	n: a movie, book, or other product that is extremely successful and popular, especially one that makes much money
suicide	n: the act of killing yourself intentionally
wheelchair	n: a chair fitted with large wheels for use as a means of transport by a person who is unable to walk
stereotype	n: a fixed and unvarying idea or image that people have about what someone or something is like, but which is often not true in reality and may cause hurt and offense
unfair	adj: not giving equal treatment or opportunities to people involved; marked by injustice, partiality, or deception
dam	n: a wall constructed over a river to block the flow of water, mainly used to generate energy
medical	adj: relating to the treatment of illness or injuries; relating to the practice of medicine
institutionalize	v: to establish or make something a part of an institution (= a place such as a university, hospital, etc.)
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
initially	adv: at the beginning; at first
deny	v: to state that one refuses to admit the existence or truth of something
lifesaving	n: the act or process of rescuing someone else’s life, especially from drowning
kidney	n: either of a pair of small organs in the body that filter waste products, especially urea, from the blood and excrete them and water in urine
transplant	v: to move or transfer something from one place or person to another; to take living tissue or an organ from one person, animal, part of the body, etc. and put it into or onto another
retarded	adj: (considered derogatory) delayed or impeded in intellectual or emotional development; slow to learn
manifest	v: to show something such as feeling, attitude, quality, etc. clearly through signs or actions
surprisingly	adv: in a way that causes amazement or wonder
insidious	adj: tending to entrap or beguile unawares; working or spreading in a hidden and usually harmful way
intellect	n: the ability to think logically and comprehend information, especially at an advanced level
magical	adj: produced by or containing supernatural powers
inherent	adj: existing in something as a permanent, essential, or characteristic attribute
angelic	adj: resembling or having the qualities of an angel, such as purity, kindness, and gentle beauty; divine or heavenly; having an innocent, unspoiled appearance
ableism	n: discrimination or prejudice against people with disabilities; the belief that non-disabled individuals are superior to those with disabilities
communicate	v: to share or exchange information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals
device	n: a piece of equipment, tool, or technology that serves a particular purpose or function, often mechanical or electronic
precious	adj: uncommon and extremely valuable
angel	n: a spiritual being believed to be a messenger of God often depicted as having wings and a halo
rear	adj: at, toward, or near the back part of something; (verb) to look after a child until it is an adult
posit	v: to suggest or accept something as fact or as a basis for argument or consideration
giddy	adj: feeling dizzy or lightheaded; inclined to be easily excited or amused; lacking seriousness or stability
halo	n: a circular band of light around the head of a saint or holy person in the art, often representing a spiritual aura; a circular band of light around the sun or moon, especially during an eclipse
pageant	n: a public spectacle or display, often involving colorful costumes, music, and elaborate sets; a contest in which people participate, often involving a parade, talent show, or beauty competition
insinuate	v: to suggest or imply something indirectly or subtly; to insert something gradually or subtly
sticky	adj: made of or covered with an adhesive substance; hot or warm and humid
complexity	n: the state or quality of being complicated or intricate and difficult to understand
rascal	n: a mischievous or playful person often used affectionately; a rogue or scoundrel
shove	v: to push someone or something in a rough way
deserve	v: to be worthy of or entitled to something, especially something good or valuable
annoy	v: to make someone angry, anxious, or irritating slightly
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
messy	adj: disorganized and untidy
dignity	n: the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect; high office or rank or station
consume	v: to spend something, especially fuel, energy, or time, in a large amount
app	n: (abbreviation for application) software designed to run on smartphones and other mobile devices or inside a web browser on a PC
recall	v: to remember something
represent	v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute
icon	n: a picture or statue of a holy person considered to be a sacred thing; a little icon on the screen of a computer or smartphone that denotes an application or a file
bold	adj: brave, daring, and confident; not frightened of danger or afraid to say what you feel or to take risks
awe	n: a feeling of respect and wonder inspired by someone or something greatly admired
gradual	adj: happening slowly over a long period of time or distance; not steep or abrupt
flex	v: to show off one’s strength, power, or possessions; to bend or be capable of bending easily
thumb	n: the short, thick digit of the hand next to the index finger; (verb) to travel by getting free rides from motorists
preposition	n: a word or group of words that shows the relationship of a noun or pronoun to another word in a sentence, indicating location, time, direction, or manner (e.g., in, on, at, above, before, after)
din	n: a loud, confused noise; a loud, persistent racket
relative	adj: considered and evaluated through comparison with something else
apropos	adj: concerning a particular topic; fitting or appropriate in a given situation; (adverb) at the right time; incidentally or by the way
absolutely	adv: without restriction or limitation; completely or utterly
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