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Word	Meaning	Advanced
complicated	adj: involving a lot of different things or parts in a way that is difficult to understand or analyze
daunting	adj: looking challenging to manage in prospect; making someone anxious and less confident about carrying out something
complexity	n: the state or quality of being complicated or intricate and difficult to understand
theme	n: a subject or topic of discourse or artistic representation
AI	n: (abbreviation for artificial intelligence) the theory and development of computer systems capable of doing activities that would ordinarily need human intelligence, such as object recognition, speech recognition, decision-making, and language translation
row	n: an arrangement of objects or people side by side in a line; (verb) to propel a boat through the water using oars
industrial	adj: of or relating to or resulting from industry
operate	v: to work in a particular way; to supervise something
pile	n: a collection of objects positioned one on top of another; a large sum of something, such as money
enormous	adj: extremely large or great
pollution	n: the introduction of harmful substances or waste into the natural environment that causes adverse change
marine	adj: relating to the sea and the creatures and plants that live there
fume	v: to emit gas, smoke, vapor, or a strong, unpleasant odor; to show anger, irritation, or annoyance in a visible way; (noun) gas or vapor that is emitted from a substance, usually as a result of heating or combustion
scum	n: a layer of unwanted or unclean material that forms on the surface of a liquid or a solid, often containing dirt, oil, or other debris, also used figuratively to describe undesirable people or groups
inlet	n: a small arm of the sea, a lake, or a river, usually leading inland
bay	n: a part of the coast that is partially enclosed by land; a compartment or section of a ship or building
barely	adv: just enough; hardly; with great difficulty or effort
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
absorb	v: to take in a fluid or other substance gradually
unhealthy	adj: not conducive to good health; detrimental to physical or mental well-being
adage	n: a short and memorable saying or phrase that expresses a commonly held truth or belief, often based on experience or tradition; a proverb or maxim
pinch	v: to grip something such as someone’s skin and press it tightly between the finger and thumb; (noun) a painful or straitened circumstance
minnow	n: a small freshwater fish, typically measuring between 2-4 inches in length, often used as bait for fishing
whale	n: a very large sea mammal that has a streamlined body and breathes through a blowhole on the head; a very large person; impressive in size or qualities
pyramid	n: a polyhedron having a polygonal base and triangular sides with a common vertex; a massive monument with a square base and four triangular sides, begun by Cheops around 2700 BC as royal tombs in ancient Egypt
ecologist	n: a person who studies the relationships between living organisms and their environment; the state of being outside or directed toward or relating to the outside or exterior
interconnect	v: to connect similar things
chain	n: a series of connected links or objects; a system or group of interconnected elements; a restraint or shackle
plankton	n: tiny forms of plant and animal life that live in water or air on which other animals feed
diagram	n: a simplified illustration of the appearance, structure, or workings of something
preserve	v: to keep or maintain a particular quality, feature, etc., especially to prevent it from decaying, being damaged, or being destroyed
heal	v: to make a wound or injury to become well again
jam	n: a situation in which something becomes stuck because of a dense crowd of people, vehicles, etc.; a preserve of crushed fruit
frightening	adj: causing fear or alarm, or very surprising and alarming
pollutant	n: a substance or agent that pollutes or contaminates the environment, typically through release into the air, water, or soil
molecule	n: a group of two or more atoms held together by attractive forces known as chemical bonds
drift	v: to move smoothly and slowly in water or air, especially as a result of outside forces, with no control over the direction
passe	adj: no longer fashionable or current; outdated; considered to be old-fashioned or out of date
predator	n: an animal whose natural behavior is to prey on others
accumulate	v: to collect or acquire a large number of things over a long period of time
invention	n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation; the act of inventing
peanut	n: a type of legume that grows underground and is widely cultivated and consumed as a food source
suppose	v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible
moving	adj: causing strong emotions or feelings, especially sadness or sympathy
stingy	adj: unwilling to spend or give freely; characterized by an excessive unwillingness to share or be generous
mechanism	n: a part of a machine, or a set of parts that performs a task; a natural or established process that occurs during a specific situation or reaction
indigestible	adj: not easily digested or broken down by the body; difficult or impossible to understand or comprehend
unfortunately	adv: by bad luck; unluckily
dolphin	n: a marine mammal that typically has a beaklike snout, a streamlined body, and flippers and that feeds on fish and squid
soluble	adj: able to dissolve in a particular substance or solvent; able to be solved or settled
juvenile	adj: relating to or characteristic of youth or young people; immature
calf	n: a young cow, bull, or other domestic bovine animals
wean	v: to gradually stop feeding a baby or young animal with its mother’s milk and to start or accustom to eating other food
offspring	n: descendant; any immature animal or plant
survive	v: to live or exist despite a dangerous event or period
moth	n: an insect with wings similar to a butterfly that travels at night and is attracted to light
pump	v: to cause water, air, gas, etc. to move from one place to another by using mechanical equipment; to get or supply something such as money, information, etc. in significant quantities
reproduce	v: to make a copy of something such as a picture, piece of text, music, etc.; to produce offspring through a sexual or asexual process
accumulation	n: an amount of something obtained via natural growth or addition
firstborn	adj: the first child born to a mother
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
grocery	n: a shop that sells food and other household items
smuggle	v: to import or export something or someone without paying appropriate customs duties, often illegally
molecular	adj: of or relating to molecules (= a group of two or more atoms held together by attractive forces known as chemical bonds)
biology	n: the scientific study of life and the natural processes of living things
lab	n: a workplace for the conduct of scientific research; a laboratory
genetically	adv: in a way that relates to or is produced by genes (= the units in the cells of a living thing received by an animal or plant from its parents) or heredity
identify	v: to recognize someone or something and say or prove who or what they are
illegal	adj: not allowed by law
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
liver	n: a large organ in the body, involved in many metabolic processes, such as detoxification of the organism, and the synthesis of proteins
blubber	v: to speak or cry in a way that is noisy, emotional, and often difficult to understand; to sob or weep uncontrollably; (noun) a thick layer of fat that lies under the skin of marine mammals such as whales, seals, and walruses
dioxin	n: a highly toxic chemical compound that is a byproduct of industrial processes, including waste incineration and certain industrial chemical reactions, which are persistent environmental pollutants that can have harmful effects on human health and the environment
metal	n: a solid material that is typically hard, shiny, malleable, fusible, and ductile, with good electrical and thermal conductivity, and often used as a structural material, a conductor of heat or electricity, or for decorative purposes
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
population	n: the total number of people in a country, region, or location
toxic	adj: of or relating to or caused by a poison; poisonous
discovery	n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known
awful	adj: causing fear, dread, or terror; very bad or unpleasant
protocol	n: a set of rules or procedures for transmitting data or conducting a process or activity, especially in computer networks or scientific experiments; the initial or original version of an agreement
journal	n: a newspaper or magazine specialized in a specific topic or profession
polite	adj: showing consideration, respect, or deference towards others; having good manners, civility, or courteous behavior
minister	n: a person appointed to or a job of a head of a government department
intolerable	adj: incapable of being tolerated or endured; unacceptable
breastfeeding	n: the act of feeding a baby with milk produced by the mother’s breasts
incorrect	adj: not in accordance with fact or truth or not accurate
diet	n: the food and drink that a person, animal, or community eats and drinks regularly; a legislative assembly in certain countries, for example, Japan
arctic	adj: of or relating to the region around the North Pole or the Arctic Ocean; very cold
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
seal	v: to close or fasten an envelope, etc. securely; (noun) a large marine mammal that chiefly lives in cold regions and comes on shore to breed
breast	n: either of the two round soft parts of a woman’s chest which secrete milk after childbirth
toxin	n: a poisonous substance produced by a living organism, such as a plant, animal, or microorganism; a chemical compound that can cause harm or illness to a living organism
immune	adj: protected against a particular disease or toxin due to the presence of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells
compromise	v: to settle a problem or disagreement by mutual concession
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
acute	adj: extremely sharp or severe
sewer	n: an underground system of pipes used to carry away sewage and wastewater
clog	v: to obstruct or block up (a passage, pipe, or system) with an accumulation of thick or sticky matter; to impede or hinder the progress or movement of something
nutrient	n: any substance that is essential for the maintenance and growth of living things
sew	v: to join, fasten, or repair two pieces of something by putting the thread through them with a needle
fertilizer	n: a natural or chemical substance added to soil to make plants grow more successfully
tide	n: the cyclical rise and fall of sea level caused by the moon’s gravitational pull
bloom	n: a flower, especially one having showy or colorful parts; the best time of youth
algae	n: A simple plant that grows in or near water and lacks typical leaves and roots
neurological	adj: of or relating to the science of neurology or the nervous system
damage	v: to harm or cause injury to something or someone, often resulting in decreased value or functionality; to impair or negatively affect something, such as a reputation or relationship; (noun) harm or injury that is caused to a person, thing, or entity
bacteria	n: single-celled or noncellular spherical or spiral or rod-shaped organisms that exist in large numbers in the air, water, and soil, and also in living and dead creatures and plants, and are often a cause of disease
virus	n: a tiny infectious organic material that causes disease in people, animals, and plants
shore	n: the land along the edge of a sea, lake, broad river, or other large body of water; (verb) to support by placing against something solid or rigid
genu	n: the anatomical term for the convex part of a structure, such as a knee or elbow joint
vibrio	n: a type of bacterium that belongs to the genus Vibrio characterized by their comma-shaped or curved rod morphology
cholera	n: a severe infectious disease that causes acute diarrhea, vomiting, and dehydration, often resulting in a rapid and dangerous loss of body fluids and electrolytes
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
tolerate	v: to allow something to exist or happen, even if it is disliked or opposed
swamp	n: an area of low-lying land that is flooded or saturated with water, often having a growth of natural vegetation
cleanliness	n: the state of being clean or free from dirt, dust, or foreign substances; the practice of maintaining good hygiene and cleanliness
organism	n: a tiny living thing
disease	n: a disorder or illness that affects the body or mind, often characterized by specific symptoms or abnormal functioning of organs or systems
infect	v: to affect a person, an animal, or a plant with a disease-causing organism
infection	n: a condition in which pathogenic microorganisms or viruses have entered the body
graph	n: a picture consisting of a line, lines, points, etc., that shows how two or more sets of certain quantities are related to each other
initiative	n: the ability to act or make decisions independently and with confidence; a plan or action proposed or taken to address a problem or need
surf	v: to ride on or through waves while standing or lying down on a board or other object; to search or browse the Internet or other computer networks in a casual or aimless manner
incredibly	adv: in a way that is very difficult to believe; exceedingly or extremely
rider	n: a clause, amendment, or stipulation added to a legal document or bill; a person who rides on or operates a vehicle or animal; a person who travels a specified distance on horseback to deliver a message
flash	n: a sudden intense burst of radiant energy; a momentary brightness
alert	v: to warn or arouse to a sense of danger; (adjective) paying close attention or being in a state of readiness for action
legacy	n: something that is handed down from an earlier generation or time, often something that has had a significant impact on subsequent generations; a bequest made by a person in their will, often money or property
antibiotic	n: a substance or drug that kills or slows down the growth of bacteria
resistance	n: the act of defending oneself from an aggressor or refusing to accept something
gene	n: the fundamental unit of heredity and the sequence of nucleotides in DNA that codes for the creation of RNA or protein.
harmful	adj: causing or likely to damage or injury to somebody or something,
generate	v: to produce or create something; to make offspring by reproduction
chemical	adj: relating to or connected with chemistry;
poison	n: a substance that can cause illness, injury, or death when ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin; something harmful, malicious, or toxic; the act of damaging or ruining a relationship; (verb) to introduce a substance into something or someone harmful and potentially deadly
shellfish	n: water creatures that live in shells, especially one of the types that can be eaten
poisonous	adj: containing or producing toxic substances; harmful or dangerous to living beings, often causing illness, injury, or death; capable of causing serious harm or destruction
diarrhea	n: a common digestive disorder with the frequent passage of loose, watery stools that can be caused by various factors such as infections, food poisoning, and certain medications
neurotoxin	n: a poisonous substance that damages or destroys nerve tissue and causes neurological damage or dysfunction; a toxin that specifically targets the nervous system
paralysis	n: a condition in which you are unable to move or lose control of part or most of the body because of illness or injury
trace	v: to find or discover someone or something that was lost
norm	n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard
vector	n: a quantity that has both magnitude and direction, often used in mathematics, physics, and engineering to describe forces, velocities, or other physical phenomena; any agent (person or animal, or microorganism) that carries and transmits a disease
copepod	n: a small, planktonic crustacean that is a dominant part of the marine zooplankton and serves as a major food source for many aquatic organisms
crustacean	n: a type of arthropod, such as a crab, lobster, or shrimp, that has a hard outer shell or exoskeleton
fraction	n: a small part or item forming a piece of a whole; the quotient of two rational numbers
spark	v: to start something or make it grow, especially suddenly; to emit a tiny piece of fire or electricity
epidemic	n: the widespread outbreak of a particular disease in a large number of people at the same time
concentration	n: the ability to focus all your time and energy on one thing without thinking about anything else.
disrupt	v: to prevent or stop something, especially an event, activity, or process, from continuing in the usual way by causing a problem or disturbance
ecosystem	n: all the plants and living creatures in an area and the way they affect each other and the environment
bunch	n: a grouping of several similar things which are growing or fastened together
plumber	n: a person who installs and repairs the pipes and fixtures of a water supply, heating system, or drainage system
spot	n: a particular location or place; a small round or roundish area, differing in color or feels from the surface around it
grip	n: the act of holding onto something firmly with your hands, or the ability to do so; (verb) to hold fast or firmly
distress	n: a feeling of great worry, sadness, pain, or discomfort
industrious	adj: hardworking, diligent, and persistent in effort
attendant	n: a person who is employed to provide a service or perform tasks, often in a public place, such as a flight attendant, parking attendant, or hospital attendant
dramatically	adv: in a very impressive manner
abate	v: to lessen, reduce, or diminish in intensity or severity; to decline or wane in amount or strength over time
individual	n: a single person or thing, as distinct from a group
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
accidentally	adv: by chance or without planning
pioneering	adj: involving new ideas or methods; being the first of their kind; leading the way in a particular field
spirit	n: the part of a person which is the seat of their mind, feelings, and character rather than their physical body; the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people
mayor	n: an elected official who presides over a city or town government
hometown	n: the town or city where one was born or grew up
pacific	adj: peaceful in character or intent; tending to lessen or avoid conflict; calm or soothing in manner or tone; (noun, as “Pacific”) the largest and deepest of Earth’s oceanic divisions
grove	n: a small group of trees growing closely together
pollute	v: to make an area or substance, such as land, air, water, etc., dirty or harmful to living things by adding waste matter or harmful chemicals
eventually	adv: finally, particularly after a long time or a lot of struggle, complications, and so on
seed	n: a small, hard, often round, a reproductive structure that contains a plant’s genetic material and is capable of growing into a new plant
instrumental	adj: of, relating to, or performed on musical instruments; useful or important in achieving a purpose
aquarium	n: a transparent tank of water in which fish and other water animals and plants are kept; a building containing tanks of live fish of different species, especially one that is open to the public
notion	n: a general idea or understanding of something, particularly an abstract or complex concept; a belief or opinion, often one that is not based on solid evidence or facts
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
dramatic	adj: very sudden, very excellent, or full of action and excitement
shift	n: a slight transition in position, direction, or trend
fortune	n: a large amount of money or property; chance or luck as an unknown and arbitrary force affecting human affairs
planet	n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star
terrestrial	adj: of or relating to the Earth; relating to or inhabiting the land or the ground as opposed to the sea or air
intricately	adv: in a manner that involves a lot of detailed and complex arrangement or planning; with many interconnected parts or components