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Word	Meaning	Advanced
confer	v: to have a meeting or discussion to come to a decision or agreement or exchange ideas; to bestow something
rank	n: a position in a hierarchy of status or authority; (verb) to take or have a position relative to others
government	n: the group of people with authority to control a country or state
aid	n: things sent to help countries in need, notably food or money; support
homage	n: a show of respect or honor, often by performing an act of reverence or by paying tribute
honor	n: high regard or great respect for someone; the quality of having and doing based on a keen sense of morality; (verb) to show respect towards someone
cheetah	n: a large, slender, and fast-running African cat with a yellowish-brown coat and black spots
generation	n: all the people born and living at about the same time, regarded collectively; the production of heat or electricity
breed	v: to keep animals for producing offspring in a regulated manner
brook	n: a small stream
nonsense	n: an idea, behavior, or something spoken or written that has no meaning or makes no sense or that is silly or unacceptable
corruption	n: dishonest, harmful, or illegal behavior, especially of people in positions of power
accountability	n: the state of being responsible for one’s actions or decisions; the obligation to explain, justify, or take ownership of one’s actions or their consequences; the expectation of being answerable and liable for the outcomes of one’s behavior or performance
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
salvation	n: preservation or deliverance from harm, ruin, or loss
contrast	v: to put in opposition to show or emphasize differences
hippopotamus	n: (also “hippo”) a large, mostly herbivorous mammal native to sub-Saharan Africa, with a bulky, rounded body, short legs, and large head and mouth, which inhabits rivers and lakes and is known for its aggressive behavior and territorial nature
ruling	n: a decision, judgment, or decree made by a judge, court, or other authority; a set of guiding principles or regulations that dictate behavior or procedures; (adjective) dominant or authoritative in a particular situation
elite	adj: belonging to the wealthiest, most potent, best-educated, or best-trained group in a society
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
intellect	n: the ability to think logically and comprehend information, especially at an advanced level
patch	n: a small piece of material or fabric used to repair or reinforce a tear, hole, or damaged area; a small plot of land used for cultivation or a specific purpose
complain	v: to say dissatisfaction or annoyance about something or somebody
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
imp	n: a mischievous or misbehaving child; a small and mischievous demon or sprite in folklore
reform	n: the act of improving or correcting something that is wrong or bad; a change made to correct a flaw or problem
economy	n: the system by which a country or region produces manages, and distributes goods and services, including the money and finances involved in these activities; (of an airline) the lowest-priced, most basic option for seating in commercial travel
rot	v: to decay, or cause something to decay, naturally and gradually
quo	n: the existing state or condition of something, especially in relation to a particular situation or issue
continent	n: one of the earth’s large landmasses; (adjective) abstaining from your feelings, especially your desire to have sex
mineral	n: a solid inorganic substance occurring in nature having a definite chemical composition
wealth	n: a large amount of money, property, or other things that someone or an organization owns
utilize	v: to use something for a practical purpose in an effective way
lift	v: to raise something to a higher position or level; to pick up something or somebody and move them to a different position
poverty	n: the condition of being extremely poor
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
enduring	adj: lasting over a long period of time; able to withstand wear, decay, or damage; continuing or persistent
organization	n: a group of people who work together for a shared purpose
noble	adj: having or showing excellent personal qualities or high moral principles that people admire
absurd	adj: ridiculously silly, unreasonable, or illogical
blind	adj: unable to see; unable or unwilling to perceive or understand the true nature of something
clueless	adj: lacking knowledge, understanding, or awareness about a particular subject or situation
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
leak	v: to allow liquid or gas to get in or out from a hole or crack in a pipe or container
invest	v: to put money, effort, time, etc. into something to make a profit or achieve a result
horrible	adj: extremely unpleasant or bad; causing fear or disgust
doll	n: a child’s toy that typically represents a human figure, especially a young girl; an attractive woman; a woman who is subservient or passive
flee	v: to leave by running away, especially out of fear or danger
import	v: to bring goods or services into a country from another country; to transfer electronic data into a database or document;
export	v: to send goods or services to another country for sale; to transfer electronic data out of a database or document in a format that other programs can use
fundamental	adj: forming an essential base or core from which everything else develops or is affected
flip	v: to turn over into a different position quickly; to throw or toss with a light motion
chapter	n: a separate section of a written work usually numbered and titled
indicate	v: to show, point out, or make known something, often through a sign or a symbol; to suggest or imply something without stating it directly
abysmal	adj: extremely bad or unsuccessful, to the degree of being bottomless or unfathomable
leadership	n: the ability, act, or status of leading a group of people or an organization
characterize	v: to describe the distinctive nature or features of someone or something; to be a distinguishing feature of
charitable	adj: giving money, food, or help free to those who are poor or in need; full of love and generosity
belong	v: to be the property of someone or something; to be a member or part of a group; to be in the proper or appropriate place
discuss	v: to talk about or examine in detail through conversation or debate; to exchange ideas, opinions, or information on a particular topic
mention	v: to speak or write about something or someone briefly
vast	adj: enormous in size, number, amount, or quantity
slate	n: a flat piece of rock or stone that is typically used as a roofing or flooring material; a list of candidates for an election arranged in a specific order
assortment	n: a variety of different things or individuals; a group of different types of things that have been collected together
military	adj: relating to or characteristic of members of the armed forces; of or relating to war or warfare
socialist	adj: relating to or supporting socialism (= the idea that the wealth and resources of a society should be shared among all members rather than being concentrated in the hands of a small group of individuals or corporations)
crocodile	n: a large, carnivorous reptile with powerful jaws and a long, scaly body; native to tropical regions and often found in rivers and freshwater habitats
liberate	v: to set free; to release or rescue from captivity or oppression
vampire	n: a mythical creature, usually depicted as undead and needing to drink the blood of the living to survive; someone who preys on or exploits others, especially for their gain
quack	n: a person who pretends to have medical or other skills or credentials that they do not possess; a charlatan or fraud; (verb) to make the sound of a duck
revolutionary	adj: relating to or characterized by a complete or dramatic change
tradition	n: a belief, custom, or way of doing something that has been passed down from generation to generation within a group or society
premise	n: a statement or proposition that is held to be true or from which a conclusion can be drawn
represent	v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute
quotation	n: a group of words taken from a text or speech and repeated by someone other than the original author or speaker
chief	adj: most important or primary; (noun) a person who is in charge
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
vitality	n: the state of being strong and active; energy
hijack	v: to seize control of an airplane or other vehicle during an operation, especially with violence
phalanx	n: a close and tightly-packed formation of troops, typically in ancient warfare; a united or closely-knit group of individuals working together towards a common purpose or goal
bandit	n: a person who robs or steals, often while using violence or threats; a criminal who operates outside the law and steals from others
crook	n: a bend or curve, especially in a rod or stick; someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime
instrument	n: an object used to make musical sounds, such as a piano, guitar, or drum; a tool or device used for a specific activity, particularly in specialist or scientific work
enrich	v: to make better or improve in quality by adding something else
crony	n: a close friend or companion; a longtime associate who is often involved in one’s questionable or shady dealings or activities
tribesman	n: a member of a tribe (= a group of people who have a common culture and history and who live in the same area)
exclude	v: to deny someone or something enter to a place or taking part in an activity
minister	n: a person appointed to or a job of a head of a government department
rake	n: a garden tool with a long handle and curved, pointed teeth used for gathering fallen leaves, grass clippings, and other debris from lawns and gardens; a dissolute or immoral person, often one who pursues pleasure and debauchery to excess
suffer	v: to experience pain, distress, or hardship; to undergo or endure something painful or unpleasant
redistribute	v: to share something among people in a different way
sector	n: a distinct part or division of something often used to refer to a segment of an economy or industry; an area or field of work or activity
modern	adj: of or belonging to the present time or recent times
informal	adj: relaxed, casual, or unofficial in style or manner; not ceremonious or strict in adherence to rules or conventions; suitable for ordinary or everyday occasions
abode	n: a place where one lives; a dwelling; a house, or other shelters
dysfunction	n: a problem or fault in a system, organism, or part of the body or machine
meretricious	adj: attractive in a flashy, showy, or superficial way, but lacking real value or sincerity; gaudy or tastelessly embellished
fandango	n: a lively Spanish dance for two people, usually accompanied by guitar music and castanets; a lively or spirited behavior or activity
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
emanate	v: to emit, send out something; to express a quality or feeling
spill	v: to cause or allow liquid to run or flow over the edge of its container by accident
claim	v: to assert that something is true; to demand or request something as one’s own; to lay legal or moral right to something; (noun) a demand or assertion of a right or something that one believes to be true
innocent	adj: not guilty of a crime, offense, etc.; not having an evil mind or knowledge
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
ivory	n: a hard, creamy-white substance that comes from the tusks of elephants, walruses, and some other animals and is used to make ornaments and other decorative items
obvious	adj: easy to see, discover or understand
neglect	v: to not give enough care or attention to something; to leave something undone
agriculture	n: the practice or science of cultivating the land or raising stock
ignore	v: to intentionally not listen or pay attention to
operational	adj: relating to a particular process or series of actions for achieving a result
indigenous	adj: someone or something that is native to or occurring naturally in a particular place
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
traditionally	adv: in accordance with tradition; typically or commonly done in a particular way
tyranny	n: a form of government in which a single ruler has absolute power, often exercised cruelly and oppressively; the arbitrary or oppressive exercise of power or control over others
organ	n: a part of the body of an animal or plant that has a particular purpose and performs a specific job
ethnic	adj: relating or belonging to a group of people who share a cultural tradition
necessarily	adv: in an essential manner; in such a way as could not be otherwise
tyrant	n: a ruler who uses their power cruelly and oppressively; a cruel and oppressive person
surround	v: to be all around something or somebody
council	n: a group of people who have been elected or appointed to make decisions or give advice on a particular subject or in a particular place
abuse	n: the use of something in an incorrect or harmful manner
decision	n: the act or process of making up someone’s mind about something; a choice or judgment reached after considering options
concurrence	n: the agreement, cooperation, or simultaneous occurrence of multiple factors, events, or opinions; a coincidence or alignment of interests or viewpoints
govern	v: to legally control and direct a country, city, group of people, etc. and be responsible for introducing new laws, organizing and maintaining public services
abandon	v: to leave a place, thing, or person with no intention of returning; (noun) a feeling of extreme emotional intensity
settlement	n: an official agreement that brings an argument to a close; the process of establishing permanent residence in a place.
ancient	adj: relating to the long ago, particularly the historical period preceding the fall of the Western Roman Empire; very old
empire	n: a group of countries ruled by one leader or government
principle	n: a fundamental law or truth that explains or controls how something happens or works
confederacy	n: a union of states or organizations formed for a particular purpose
devolve	v: to transfer or delegate responsibility, power, or authority to someone else, often as a result of a process or procedure; to degrade, deteriorate, or regress to a less advanced or more primitive state or form
decentralize	v: to move the power, control, or authority of an organization, government, or system from a single place to several smaller ones
heritage	n: the culture and traditions that are passed down from previous generations
privately	adv: in a private manner; not publicly; secretly
extended	adj: longer than usual or anticipated
individual	n: a single person or thing, as distinct from a group
damn	v: to express disapproval of or disappointment in something or someone; to condemn or to curse; (a swear word) an expression of anger
accent	n: a distinctive way of pronouncing the words of a language that shows which area, country, or social group a person comes from; particular importance or significance
connote	v: to suggest or imply something in addition to its literal or primary meaning; to imply something beyond the literal or primary meaning
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
crop	n: a plant that is cultivated in large amounts, particularly for food
surplus	n: an amount of something more than what is needed or required; excess or extra supply
marketplace	n: a physical or virtual venue where goods or services are bought and sold; an economic system that facilitates exchange between buyers and sellers
profit	n: money that is earned in business or by selling things after deducting the costs involved
sequester	v: to take temporary possession of someone’s property until a debt is paid.
nutshell	n: the hard, outer covering or protective casing that encloses the kernel or fruit of certain types of nuts, such as walnuts or acorns; a concise and condensed summary or explanation of something
steppe	n: a vast, wide, and usually treeless plain, typically found in semi-arid or arid regions, characterized by fertile soil and grassy vegetation, often used for grazing livestock; an expansive and open grassland ecosystem found in Eurasia and North America
dominate	v: to have or control a lot of power and influence over somebody or something
appropriate	adj: suitable or proper in the circumstances; fitting
sect	n: a group of people who follow a particular religious or philosophical belief system, especially one that is regarded as outside the norm or mainstream
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
capitalism	n: an economic system based on the private ownership of the means of production and their operation for profit
independence	n: freedom from another’s or others’ control or influence
socialism	n: a political and economic theory or system that advocates for the collective ownership and control of the means of production and distribution of goods, aiming for a more equitable and just society; a system that aims to reduce economic inequalities and prioritize the welfare of the community as a whole
peculiar	adj: odd and uncommon, sometimes in an unpleasant way
rap	n: a type of music characterized by a strong, repetitive beat and lyrics that often focus on social and political issues; a reproach for some lapse or misdeed
plunder	v: to rob or steal, especially by force or in times of war or chaos; to pillage or loot a place or property
treasury	n: the government department in charge of managing public funds; the funds of a government or institution or individual
deposit	n: a sum of money or materials placed or kept in a bank, safety deposit box, or other secure places for safekeeping; a layer of rock, sand, or other material left behind by a flowing liquid or eroding force
mobilize	v: to make something ready for action or use; to organize people or resources for a particular purpose
diaspora	n: the scattering of a people who have left their traditional homeland
enterprise	n: a business or company; a purposeful or industrious undertaking, especially one that requires effort
entrepreneur	n: an individual who creates or invests in one or more businesses, especially when this involves taking financial risks
assist	v: to help someone in doing anything
employ	v: to give somebody a job and pay them for it; to make use of
generate	v: to produce or create something; to make offspring by reproduction
economical	adj: providing a satisfactory return on the money, time, or effort; not using more money, fuel, etc. than necessary
external	adj: belonging to or situated outside of someone or something
operate	v: to work in a particular way; to supervise something
enclose	v: to surround, as with a fence, wall, or barrier; to put within boundaries; to include
efficient	adj: performing at the highest level of productivity with the least wasted effort or resources; capable of achieving maximum output with minimum wasted effort, time, or materials
medicinal	adj: of or relating to the treatment or cure of disease
rely	v: to require a specific thing or the assistance and support of someone or something to continue, run properly, or succeed.
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
collapse	v: to fall down or give way suddenly, often after breaking apart
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
trove	n: a valuable collection of rare or interesting things, usually on the earth
instigate	v: to initiate, start or incite something, often to cause trouble, conflict, or violence; to urge or stir someone to take a particular action or behavior