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Word	Meaning	Advanced
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
camel	n: a cud-chewing mammal used as a draft or saddle animal in desert regions
therapy	n: the act of caring for someone through medication, remedial training, etc.
patient	n: a person who is receiving medical treatment, care, or attention from a healthcare professional, such as a doctor, nurse, or therapist; a personal quality or characteristic
magical	adj: produced by or containing supernatural powers
ranch	n: a large farm typically devoted to raising cattle or other livestock; a rural property of considerable size and often featuring a large house
mundane	adj: very ordinary and therefore lacking interest or excitement
out-of-the-box	adj: referring to something unconventional, innovative, or creative, not adhering to traditional or mainstream approaches or ideas; of or relating to a product, solution, or way of thinking that is original or unique
convinced	adj: completely certain about something; having a strong belief or conviction in a particular religion
shuttle	n: a vehicle or boat that regularly moves between two places; bobbin that passes the weft thread between the warp threads
furry	adj: covered in fur or a furry material; resembling fur
pediatrics	n: the branch of medicine that deals with the care and treatment of children
palliate	v: to make a disease, condition, or symptom appear less severe or intense than it actually is; to alleviate or ease symptoms without curing the underlying cause
respite	n: a brief period of rest, relief, or delay from something difficult or unpleasant; a short break or vacation from regular activities or responsibilities
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
psychology	n: the scientific study of mind and behavior
intensive	adj: involving a lot of work or activity in a short time
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
dignify	v: to make something worthy of respect or honor; to elevate or give importance to something that may otherwise be considered insignificant
acute	adj: extremely sharp or severe
surround	v: to be all around something or somebody
elevate	v: to raise something from a lower to a higher position; to give a promotion to or assign to a higher position
rumble	v: to make a low, heavy continuous sound
overhead	n: the expense of maintaining something that is involved in operating a business, such as rent and heating; (adverb) above your head; in the sky
reverb	n: an audio effect that produces a sound that is reflected off surfaces in an enclosed space, creating a sense of space or ambiance; the natural echoing or reverberation of sound in a large or open space
ward	n: a room in a hospital for patients requiring special care
fluorescent	adj: emitting or reflecting vibrant and vivid light, especially under ultraviolet light; describing a type of lamp or bulb that produces such light
monitor	v: to observe, check, and track the progress or quality of something over a period of time
beep	v: to make a short, high-pitched sound, typically as a signal or warning
elevator	n: a mechanical device used for vertical transportation, typically in multi-story buildings, consisting of a compartmentalized platform that moves between floors
noisy	adj: making a lot of sounds, especially loud or disruptive sound
announce	v: to make something known or officially inform people about something
excruciating	adj: extremely painful, intense, or distressing; causing great physical or emotional suffering
peaceful	adj: not involving violence, conflict, or war
spot	n: a particular location or place; a small round or roundish area, differing in color or feels from the surface around it
calm	adj: not excited, angry, or nervous; free from wind, large waves
nurture	v: to take care of, feed, and protect someone or something while they are growing and developing
span	n: the entire length of something, such as time or space from beginning to end; the amount of space that something covers
frequent	adj: happening constantly
quarter	n: one of four equal parts; a fourth part or portion
sanctuary	n: a place of refuge or safety, especially for victims of persecution or abuse
outdo	v: to do better than someone; to surpass
playground	n: an area where many people go for recreation, especially at a school or in a park
structure	n: the way of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts, or a complex thing constructed of many parts
heartbreak	n: a feeling of great sadness or disappointment
brain	n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling
anomaly	n: something or someone that deviates from what is expected or normal, often in a way that is difficult to explain or understand
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
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
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
survival	n: the state of continuing to exist or live, frequently in the face of difficulty or danger
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
mere	adj: used to emphasize how insignificant or minor someone or something is
hike	n: a long walk or journey, especially for pleasure or exercise; an increase in cost
aquatic	adj: growing or living in, on or near, or connected with water
seizure	n: the action of taking something from somebody by the use of legal authority; a sudden occurrence or recurrence of a disease
celebrate	v: to acknowledge a memorable or good day or event with a social gathering or enjoyable activity
mourn	v: to feel or express sorrow, grief, or sadness, especially over the death of someone
testament	n: a thing that proves the existence or truth of something else
outcome	n: the result or effect of an action, event, etc.
hospice	n: a specialized care facility or service for terminally ill patients intended to provide comfort and support in the final stages of life; any program, organization, or approach focused on end-of-life care and support
discomfort	n: a feeling of being uncomfortable physically or mentally or being embarrassed; a slight pain
frightening	adj: causing fear or alarm, or very surprising and alarming
paralyze	v: to cause a person or part of the body to become unable to move or feel
debilitating	adj: weakening or damaging; causing a loss of strength, energy, or success
comprehend	v: to understand the nature or meaning of something fully
injustice	n: a violation of the rights of others or the laws of a society
brave	adj: showing courage or fearlessness in the face of danger, difficulty, or adversity
possibility	n: a chance that something may happen or be true
innocent	adj: not guilty of a crime, offense, etc.; not having an evil mind or knowledge
unparalleled	adj: without parallel, equal in size, amount, quality, etc.; better or worse than any other
wisdom	n: the quality of being wise, or the ability to use your knowledge and experience to make sensible decisions
crystal	n: a solid material with many even sides that is formed naturally when the substance becomes solid and has a highly regular atomic structure; clear and colorless glass made of almost pure silica
neurology	n: the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the nervous system
operate	v: to work in a particular way; to supervise something
tumor	n: a mass of diseased tissue that forms when cells in the body divide and grow in an uncontrolled way
decline	v: to become gradually smaller, fewer, worse, etc.; to refuse to accept
accelerate	v: to make something faster or earlier; to cause to develop or progress more quickly
settle	v: to reach an agreement of disagreement
entirely	adv: completely
lavender	n: a fragrant herb of the mint family, typically having purple or blue flowers, sometimes used for its soothing scent in aromatherapy or as a flavoring in cooking and baking
kitty	n: a sum of money or a collection of funds that is pooled together by a group of people for a specific purpose, usually for a common expense, such as a shared meal, gambling, or other group activities
stabilize	v: to become or cause to become steady or unlikely to give way
astonishment	n: a feeling of very great surprise
improvisation	n: the act of making something up on the spot or creating or performing something without preparation
contribute	v: to give something, especially money or goods, to provide or achieve something together with other people
improve	v: to make or become better
bump	v: to hit or knock against something hard, often with a dull sound; to meet with by accident
uncommon	adj: not occurring or seen very often; rare
phenomenon	n: something that exists and can be perceptible, especially one that is not fully understood
outlive	v: to live longer than another person
prognosis	n: the likely outcome or course of a disease or illness based on medical analysis and examination of the patient; a forecast or prediction of future events or developments
atmosphere	n: the mass of air that surrounds the Earth; the pervading tone or mood of a place, situation, or creative work
tasty	adj: having a strong and pleasant flavor when it is eaten
accommodate	v: to provide someone with a place to live or to be stored in; to make fit for or to change to suit a new purpose
resident	n: a person who lives in a particular place or has their home in a place
pet	n: an animal that you have at home as a companion and treated kindly
cozy	adj: comfortable and warm; giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation
wheelchair	n: a chair fitted with large wheels for use as a means of transport by a person who is unable to walk
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
hummingbird	n: a small bird with a highly specialized beak and wings that allow it to hover in place, known for its rapid wingbeats and ability to fly in any direction
amazing	adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire
laughter	n: the act or sound of laughing
specialize	v: to become an expert in a specific career field, study, or business
string	n: long, thin material used for tying things together, composed of several twisted threads
bead	n: a small, usually round object made of glass, wood, or plastic that is used for decoration or as part of jewelry
jewelry	n: decorative ornaments made of precious metals, gemstones, or other materials, worn as personal adornment, which can include items such as necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings, and brooches
pumpkin	n: large, round, yellow or orange fruit with a thick rind and pulpy interior, often carved into a Halloween decoration or used as a base for pies, soups, or other dishes
decorate	v: to add beauty or distinction to something by the addition of ornament, art, etc
excite	v: to make someone feel suddenly enthusiastic or eager
boa	n: a type of large, nonvenomous snake that is often found in tropical regions, which kills its prey by suffocation, wrapping its body tightly around the animal until it can no longer breathe; a type of scarf or neckwear that is made from feathers, fur, or a combination of both
occasion	n: a time or event that is suitable or appropriate for something to happen or be done; a particular event or circumstance that requires or allows for something to be done
sparkle	v: to emit or reflect bright flashes of light, especially with animation and joy
tiara	n: a jeweled ornamental crown typically worn by women on formal occasions
greet	v: to say hello to someone; to express welcome on meeting someone
strategy	n: a detailed plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall goal.
locate	v: to specify or determine the exact position of someone or something
acknowledged	adj: recognized or admitted as being true or valid
grin	v: to smile broadly
horrific	adj: causing horror or disgust; gruesome and terrifying
critic	n: someone who expresses opinions about the quality of books, music, etc.
component	n: one of several parts that combines with others to form something bigger
healthcare	n: the organized activity or business of preserving mental and physical health by preventing or treating illness through services offered by the health profession
landscape	n: an expanse of scenery that can be seen in a single view; a large area of land, especially in the country and relating to its appearance
grateful	adj: feeling or showing an appreciation of kindness; thankful
colleague	n: one of a group of a coworker, especially in a profession or a business
freestanding	adj: not attached to a wall or other structure; not supported by anything
anxious	adj: worried and nervous
exhausted	adj: extremely tired
harsh	adj: severe and unkind; extremely tough and unpleasant to inhabit
institutional	adj: of, in, or relating to a large important organization, such as a university or bank; organized as or forming part of the standard systems, practices, etc.
virtual	adj: being actually such in almost every respect; existing in essence or effect though not in actual fact
comparison	n: the consideration or examination of the similarities between two or more people or things
sake	n: purpose; reason for wanting something done
kingdom	n: the country ruled by a king or queen
obvious	adj: easy to see, discover or understand
can-do	adj: having a positive, proactive attitude toward problem-solving or achieving goals; demonstrating a willingness or eagerness to take on tasks or challenges
attitude	n: the way you think and feel about someone or something
medical	adj: relating to the treatment of illness or injuries; relating to the practice of medicine
extraordinary	adj: exceptional, unexpected, very unusual; surpassing the ordinary or usual
transition	n: the process or period of changing from one state or circumstance to another
physician	n: a medical doctor who practices medicine
gentle	adj: having or showing a kindly or tender nature; soft and mild
capture	v: to catch a person or an animal and confine them in an area which they cannot escape
dichotomy	n: a division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different; a sharp contrast between two opposing and mutually exclusive categories or concepts
infant	n: a baby or very young child
usher	n: a person who shows people to their seats in a theater or church or who guides them through a building
magic	n: beliefs and actions employed to influence supernatural beings and forces; any art or performance that invokes supernatural powers
ingredient	n: one of the things used to make something, especially one of the foods used to make a particular dish
complexity	n: the state or quality of being complicated or intricate and difficult to understand
diagnose	v: to determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a careful analysis
restricted	adj: limited in extent, number, scope, or action, especially by official rules, laws, etc.
chemotherapy	n: the treatment of disease, particularly cancer, using special drugs that have a toxic effect on cancer cells; frequently used in conjunction with other therapies such as surgery and radiation
rehabilitate	v: to restore to good health or physical condition; to help someone return to a normal life, especially after a period of illness, addiction, or imprisonment
ignore	v: to intentionally not listen or pay attention to
default	v: to fail to fulfill an obligation or pay a debt when it is due; to fail to meet expectations or perform as required; to choose or accept a predetermined option or condition without making a deliberate selection or choice; (noun) a failure to fulfill an obligation or to meet a requirement; the pre-set or automatic settings that a system or program uses when the user has selected no other options
talent	n: a natural ability to be good at something; someone who has a natural ability to be good at something
enchant	v: to cast a spell on; to fascinate or charm someone
atrophy	n: a decrease in size of a muscle, organ, etc., caused by disease or disuse
promenade	n: a stroll or walk, often taken in a public place or park; a public place for walking or strolling, often filled with shops or vendors; a dance movement in which the partners move around the floor in a circle or similar pattern
boutonniere	n: a small floral decoration worn on the lapel of a suit or jacket, typically by men, for formal occasions such as weddings or proms
tuxedo	n: (also “tux”) a formal suit of clothing for men, typically consisting of a black jacket with satin lapels and trousers with a stripe down the side, worn with a bow tie
lapel	n: the flat or folded part of the collar on a suit coat or other jacket that is turned back against the neck; a similar broad part of a garment, typically one that is not turned up
flurry	n: a sudden and brief burst of activity or emotion; a light snowfall with gusty winds and swirling snowflakes; a rapid or disorganized movement of small objects, such as leaves or petals
involve	v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else
vintage	adj: denoting something from the past, especially from the recent past
terrific	adj: causing terror or fear; extremely great or intense; very good or excellent
photograph	n: a picture or image that is produced by a camera; a visual representation or record of a person, object, or scene that has been captured electronically or on film
attend	v: to be present at an event, to go to a place
delight	n: a feeling of great pleasure or happiness
abolish	v: to do away with completely; to put an end to
ultimate	adj: furthest or highest in degree or order
pretension	n: the act of claiming or asserting something, especially without good reason or without evidence; an unfounded or excessive claim or ambition
deserve	v: to be worthy of or entitled to something, especially something good or valuable
compromise	v: to settle a problem or disagreement by mutual concession
bravery	n: courage in the face of danger
imaginary	adj: existing only in someone’s mind