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Word	Meaning	Advanced
dazzle	v: to cause someone to lose clear vision temporarily, especially from bright light; to amaze or bewilder somebody with your brilliant wit, intellect, beauty, skill, etc.
emotional	adj: relating to people’s feelings
instinct	n: an inborn behavioral pattern that is often responsive to specific stimuli; an innate feeling that causes you to act or believe that something is true
conceptual	adj: related to or founded on ideas, principles
transformation	n: a complete change in form, nature, or appearance of someone or something
sacred	adj: connected with religion or religious purposes; worthy of respect or dedication because of a connection with a god
ritual	n: any customary observance or practice; any prescribed procedure for conducting religious ceremonies
costume	n: a set of clothes worn by an actor in a play or film or by a person representing a particular character or occupation
possibility	n: a chance that something may happen or be true
discotheque	n: a nightclub or restaurant where recorded music is played, and people dance
toy	n: a thing, typically a small model or replica of something that is played with, especially by children
aisle	n: a passage between rows of seats in a theater, airplane, or other public building, typically one of two or more running parallel with the main body of the structure
sham	n: something that is not as good or true as it seems to be and is intended to deceive people; a person who pretends to be something they are not
surrounding	adj: that is near or around, or closely encircling something
preference	n: a stronger liking or interest for something or someone than another thing or person
shoplifting	n: the act of stealing goods from a store or shop, typically by concealing them on one’s person or by switching price tags
desperate	adj: feeling or showing a lack of hope and a willingness to do anything because of the problematic situation
massive	adj: enormous amount; very heavy and solid
reserve	v: to keep something for future use or contingency; to obtain or arrange something, such as a meeting, seat, etc., in advance
unreal	adj: imaginary; not existing in fact
desire	n: a strong feeling of wanting to have or do something
decision	n: the act or process of making up someone’s mind about something; a choice or judgment reached after considering options
commit	v: to do something illegal or wrong
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
immediately	adv: now or without delay
bouffant	adj: describing a hairstyle characterized by a puffed-out, full, and often rounded shape created by teasing or backcombing the hair and then smoothing it over
frame	n: a strong border or structure of the wood, metal, etc. that surrounds something such as a picture, door, or window
cancer	n: abnormal growth of cells that can invade and destroy surrounding tissues and organs; a disease characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells
roll	v: to move in a particular direction by turning over and over or from side to side
cabaret	n: a form of entertainment featuring performances of music, song, dance, comedy, or drama in a small, intimate venue, often serving food and drink; a type of nightclub or restaurant that offers such entertainment
feat	n: a notable or impressive achievement, especially one that requires great skill or bravery
relation	n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another
actualize	v: to make real or concrete; to bring into existence or implementation; to fulfill or realize a potential or intention
treasure	n: a valuable or desirable possession; something that is cherished or held dear; a collection of valuable objects or money that is hidden or protected
stream	n: a small, narrow river; a continuous flow of something, such as liquid, gas, people, vehicles, etc.
release	v: to set free or allow to escape from confinement
wiggle	v: to move or cause to move up and down or from side to side in short and quick movements
peach	n: juicy, sweet fruit with fuzzy, pinkish-yellow skin; a person or thing that is particularly pleasing or attractive
outfit	n: a set of clothing worn together, typically for a particular occasion or activity; any cohesive unit such as a company, military, etc.
metallic	adj: relating to or resembling metal; having a shiny, silvery, or reflective quality; characterized by strength, durability, or toughness
wig	n: a head covering made of synthetic or real hair worn for a variety of reasons, including as a fashion accessory, to conceal hair loss or baldness, or as part of a costume
commitment	n: a promise or firm decision to do something or to behave in a certain way
mention	v: to speak or write about something or someone briefly
maxim	n: a well-known phrase that expresses a general or fundamental truth, principle, or rule for behavior
complexity	n: the state or quality of being complicated or intricate and difficult to understand
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
dye	v: to color a textile or hair by immersing it in a colored liquid or substance
adorn	v: to make something or somebody more attractive or beautiful
dumpster	n: a large, commercial trash receptacle designed to be emptied mechanically by a garbage truck
cemetery	n: a burial ground or graveyard; a place where dead bodies are buried
ash	n: the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance, typically containing minerals and other impurities; the solid remains of a dead person after cremation
bury	v: to place a dead body in the ground, grave, or tomb
fake	adj: not genuine; fraudulent or counterfeit
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
appropriate	adj: suitable or proper in the circumstances; fitting
collaborate	v: to work with someone else to produce or achieve something
premier	adj: first in importance, order, or position; leading
warehouse	n: a large building for storing goods and merchandise, especially before they are sold, used, or sent out to shops
dedicate	v: to give all of your energy, time, etc., entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause; to set apart for a particular purpose or use
adjacent	adj: next to, close to, or adjoining something
historic	adj: famous or significant in history, or potentially so
accurate	adj: correct and exact in all details
tradition	n: a belief, custom, or way of doing something that has been passed down from generation to generation within a group or society
invention	n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation; the act of inventing
countless	adj: too numerous to be counted or very many
delicious	adj: exceptionally pleasing to taste or smell
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
inspiration	n: something that motivates or encourages someone to create or achieve something, or a feeling of excitement or creativity
laundromat	n: a self-service laundry facility where customers can wash and dry their clothes using coin-operated machines
grand	adj: important and large in size, scope, or extent
snatch	v: to take or grab something suddenly or quickly
garbage	n: waste material, especially food waste and kitchen refuse
brittle	adj: easily broken, cracked, or shattered when subjected to pressure or stress; lacking flexibility or resilience; fragile
fragile	adj: delicate or easily broken or damaged
revolution	n: a large-scale attempt to overthrow the government of a country, often using violence or war;
tattered	adj: worn, torn, or ragged in appearance or condition, usually as a result of long use or hard wear; frayed or falling apart
illegitimate	adj: not legally valid or recognized
colon	n: the punctuation mark ( : ) used to introduce a list, summary, explanation, etc., or before reporting what someone has said; a significant part of the large intestine, the final section of the digestive system
celebrate	v: to acknowledge a memorable or good day or event with a social gathering or enjoyable activity
overture	n: an introduction or opening to something, particularly a musical or theatrical performance; a proposal or gesture made as an opening move in negotiations or discussion
unofficial	adj: not authorized or recognized by an authority or organization; informal; not having an official status or position
cheerleader	n: a person who leads cheers and chants at organized sports events, typically wearing a uniform and performing choreographed routines
colony	n: a country or an area that is governed by a more powerful country that is often far away
aesthetic	adj: connected with the enjoyment or study of beauty
craft	n: an activity that requires a particular skill in making things with one’s hands
upholster	v: to provide furniture, seats, or cushions with padding, springs, and a covering, typically with fabric, leather, or similar materials; to furnish or decorate with upholstered pieces
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
fabric	n: cloth or other material produced by weaving wool, cotton, silk, etc., used for making clothes, covering furniture, etc.
represent	v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute
engine	n: a machine that converts thermal energy to mechanical work; something that has an important role used to achieve a purpose
westward	adj: directed or going towards the west; located in the west; moving or facing towards the west
expansion	n: the process of becoming larger or more extensive, or the result of this process
president	n: the leader of a republic, for example, the US; the person in charge of the organization such as a company, university, club, etc.
virtue	n: high moral standards in behavior or attitudes
chop	v: to cut something into pieces with a sharp tool, such as a knife
pond	n: a small, shallow lake
guillotine	n: a machine or device used for beheading, typically consisting of a tall upright frame with a suspended angled blade that is released to fall and sever the victim’s head from their body; a method or process that produces swift and decisive action or change
combine	v: to join or merge to form a single thing or group
sever	v: to break or separate something by cutting, especially suddenly and forcibly
drag	v: to pull or haul with force
garment	n: a piece of clothing, such as a dress, coat, or shirt
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
satisfy	v: to make somebody pleased by giving them what they want or need
distinct	adj: noticeable from something else of a similar type
evolve	v: to develop gradually, or to cause the development of something or someone gradually
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
immigrant	n: a person who has come to a country where they were not born to live there permanently
distinctive	adj: having a quality or characteristic that makes it stand out from others
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
symbol	n: something visible that is used to represent something else
separate	v: to force, take, or pull apart; mark as different
insecure	adj: not firm or firmly fixed; likely to fail or give way, or not assured of safety
disorder	n: an untidy state or a lack of organization; a physical condition or illness that causes problems with how a section of the body or brain functions
slavery	n: the practice or system of owning, buying, and selling people as property and forcing them to work
margin	n: the space around the edge of a page or document; (finance) the net sales minus the cost of goods and services sold
mainstream	n: the ideas, opinions, beliefs, etc., that are considered normal or accepted by most people
bold	adj: brave, daring, and confident; not frightened of danger or afraid to say what you feel or to take risks
brave	adj: showing courage or fearlessness in the face of danger, difficulty, or adversity
apologetic	adj: feeling or expressing regret, remorse, or sorrow for one’s actions; making an apology or expressing an excuse for something
reconstruction	n: the process of rebuilding or repairing something that has been damaged or destroyed or of restoring something to its original condition
typewriter	n: a mechanical device used for writing, consisting of type keys that, when pressed, imprint ink onto paper or other writing material, mainly used before modern computers, printers, and word processors took over
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
dynamite	n: a powerful explosive made from nitroglycerin, typically used in construction and mining; something that causes strong, sudden reactions or changes
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
domestic	adj: relating to or inside a particular country, not foreign or international
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
boom	n: a sudden increase in economic activity, or a sudden happening that brings good fortune; a deep, loud, and prolonged sound
pandemic	n: an outbreak of a disease that affects many people over a very wide area
heel	n: the rounded back part of the foot below the ankle; someone who is morally reprehensible; (verb) to follow someone or something
sprinkler	n: a device that sprays water over a large area used especially for watering crops or gardens or for firefighting
clown	n: a performer, typically in a circus, who wears distinctive makeup and costumes and plays practical jokes, and performs tricks or stunts to entertain audiences
collaboration	n: the act or situation of working together to create or produce something
storytelling	n: the act or art of narrating or writing stories
transform	v: to change in outward structure or looks;
bonnet	n: a type of headwear that is often worn by women and children, typically featuring a brim and tied underneath the chin; the hinged cover over the engine of a motor vehicle, also known as the “hood” in American English
parade	n: a public procession, especially one celebrating a special day or event
fan	n: a person who admires and supports a person, group, sport, sports team, etc.; a device for creating a current of air by the movement of a surface or surfaces
courage	n: the ability to face danger, difficulty, uncertainty, or pain without being overcome by fear or despair; the quality of being brave or courageous
creative	adj: relating to or involving the use of skill and original and unusual ideas to create something
ethos	n: the set of beliefs and attitudes that belong to a particular community, nation, ideology, or a person
glance	v: to give a quick or brief look; to hit something at an angle
over-the-top	adj: excessive, exaggerated, or beyond the bounds of what is considered reasonable, appropriate, or acceptable; showy or flamboyant to an extreme degree
inspection	n: the act of examining, assessing, or reviewing something to ensure its accuracy, quality, safety, or compliance; the process of investigating or evaluating something
skull	n: a bone framework that surrounds the brain and gives the head its shape
peek	n: a quick or furtive look; (verb) to take a quick and secret look at something
skeletal	adj: of, relating to, or forming a skeleton (= frame of bones); very thin or emaciated
creep	v: to move slowly, quietly, and carefully, usually to avoid being seen or heard
innocent	adj: not guilty of a crime, offense, etc.; not having an evil mind or knowledge
plush	adj: having a soft or luxurious texture, often with a long, dense pile or nap
rip	v: to tear something or be torn violently or suddenly
cathedral	n: the main Christian church of a bishop’s diocese, which is often the largest and most important church in the area
dare	v: to have the courage to do something
overcome	v: to succeed in controlling or dealing with something, such as a problem or difficulty; to defeat or overwhelm someone
accomplishment	n: the successful completion of a task or goal; an ability that has been acquired by training
reclaim	v: to take back something previously lost, given, or paid, or ask to have it back
pride	n: a feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one’s achievements
revolutionary	adj: relating to or characterized by a complete or dramatic change
apocalyptic	adj: describing severe damage and destruction in past or future events, or the end of the world
chic	n: a fashionable, stylish, and sophisticated elegance or gracefulness, particularly in dress or behavior; (adjective) sophisticated, elegant, and fashionable
honesty	n: the quality of being truthful, sincere, and morally upright; adherence to moral and ethical principles
pray	v: to make a request or petition to a higher power, especially in the form of a respectful or humble request
placeholder	n: a temporary or substitute element or object used to mark a position, space, or value, typically to be replaced or filled in with the correct or finalized content at a later time; a temporary member of a team or a temporary solution
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
gospel	n: a set of beliefs or teachings of a particular religious group, especially when considered authoritative or sacred
make-believe	adj: involving or characterized by the act of pretending or imagining, often playfully or fantastically; not real or genuine, but created for entertainment or imagination; (noun) the act of pretending or imagining, especially in children’s play
fertile	adj: capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops; intellectually productive
phoenix	n: a mythical bird that is said to live for several hundred years before dying in flames and then rising again from its ashes; a symbol of rebirth, regeneration, or immortality
perfume	n: a liquid that emits and diffuses a pleasant smell, usually used on the skin
settle	v: to reach an agreement of disagreement
vibrate	v: to move or cause anything to move fast and in small increments from side to side
liberate	v: to set free; to release or rescue from captivity or oppression
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
silent	adj: without any or little sound