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Word	Meaning	Advanced
segregate	v: to separate or set apart from others, often based on race, gender, or some other characteristic
tap	v: to hit someone or something quickly, gently, and often repeatedly; to use existing resources, such as energy, knowledge, etc.
absorb	v: to take in a fluid or other substance gradually
inspire	v: to make somebody fill with the desire, confidence, or enthusiasm, especially to do something creative
waltz	n: a ballroom dance in triple time that originated in Vienna and is characterized by a flowing, graceful style and a strong accent on the first beat of each measure
define	v: to state or explain precisely the nature, scope, or meaning of something
titanic	adj: of or having a great size, power, or influence; of or relating to Titanium (= a light, strong grey, lustrous, corrosion-resistant metallic element)
sink	v: to submerge or go down below the surface of a liquid or substance; to decline or deteriorate; to cause something to go down into a liquid substance or sink into something else
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
iceberg	n: a large piece of ice floating in the sea, detached from a glacier
gradual	adj: happening slowly over a long period of time or distance; not steep or abrupt
moral	adj: concerned with the principles of what is right and wrong, fairness, honesty, etc.
combination	n: a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities
modern	adj: of or belonging to the present time or recent times
concourse	n: a large open space or area, typically found in a public building, where people gather or pass through; a crowd or assembly of people; a junction or intersection
destination	n: the place to which someone or something is going or being sent; the ultimate purpose or goal of a journey or action
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
imitate	v: to copy the speech, behavior, appearance, etc. of someone or something
humming	adj: producing a continuous, low, vibrating sound like that of the bee
fort	n: a military structure designed to be defended from attack
pneumatic	adj: relating to or using air or gas under pressure, particularly in machinery or devices; operated by compressed air or gas
delay	v: to cause something to happen at a later time than originally intended or expected
shrink	v: to become smaller, or to make something smaller in size or amount
steel	n: a strong metal alloy made up of iron with typically a few tenths of a percent of carbon used for making things that need a strong structure
nervous	adj: worried and anxious about something; relating to the nerves
silent	adj: without any or little sound
suddenly	adv: quickly and unexpectedly
Calvary	n: a hill outside of Jerusalem where Jesus Christ was crucified, or a representation of this as a symbol of Christian faith; a place of great suffering or sacrifice
span	n: the entire length of something, such as time or space from beginning to end; the amount of space that something covers
companion	n: a person or an animal with whom you spend a lot of time, or you travel
breath	n: the air that is taken into and expelled from your lungs; the process of taking into and expelling air from your lungs
proof	n: a fact or piece of information that shows something is true or exists
madam	n: a term of polite address or title used to address a woman, particularly one in a position of authority or respect
bust	v: to break something; (noun) a woman’s chest, or the measurement around a woman’s chest; (noun) an occasion for something excessive, such as work, eating, drinking, etc.
crazy	adj: stupid or not sensible; very angry
reaction	n: a response that reveals a person’s feelings or attitude; (in chemistry) a process in which one or more substances are changed into others
disappear	v: to cease to exist or be visible
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
huck	v: to throw or toss something quickly or carelessly; to promote or sell something aggressively or persistently
tremendous	adj: very great in degree or extent or amount or impact; extremely good
raft	n: a flat structure, usually made of logs or planks, that can be used for transport or as a platform for swimmer
illiterate	adj: unable to read or write; lacking basic education and knowledge in reading and writing
property	n: a thing or things that belong to someone
slave	n: a person who is, either legally or illegally, owned by someone; a person entirely dominated by some influence or a person
chase	v: to pursue something or someone to catch or capture them; to go after something vigorously or with determination; (noun) a pursuit or a hunt; a narrow groove or channel cut into a surface, often used for decorative purposes
bury	v: to place a dead body in the ground, grave, or tomb
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
accretion	n: the process of gradual growth or accumulation, particularly of layers or matter building up over time; the result of such a process
trivia	n: details or information that are unimportant
awareness	n: the fact or state of knowing something exists and is important
quotation	n: a group of words taken from a text or speech and repeated by someone other than the original author or speaker
wright	n: a person who makes or repairs something, especially a craftsman or artisan who works with wood or metal
communicate	v: to share or exchange information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals
scram	v: to leave or depart quickly, often hurriedly or chaotically; to go away suddenly or abruptly; to move or act in a frenzied or disorganized way; (noun) an emergency shutdown of a nuclear reactor
cardiologist	n: a medical doctor who specializes in the study and treatment of the heart and the circulatory system
likable	adj: having qualities that make a person or thing well-liked or attractive; pleasant, friendly, or enjoyable
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
confer	v: to have a meeting or discussion to come to a decision or agreement or exchange ideas; to bestow something
backstage	adj: relating to or situated in the area behind the stage of a theater, concert, or other performance venues; relating to the private or hidden aspects of something, such as politics, business, or personal life
connote	v: to suggest or imply something in addition to its literal or primary meaning; to imply something beyond the literal or primary meaning
philosophy	n: the study of general and fundamental questions, such as those about existence, reason, knowledge, values, mind
organization	n: a group of people who work together for a shared purpose
curtsy	n: (also “curtsey”) a formal gesture of respect or deference, especially performed by women, involving bending the knees with one foot behind the other and lowering the body slightly; a show of politeness or courtesy
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.
colleague	n: one of a group of a coworker, especially in a profession or a business
outlive	v: to live longer than another person
intellect	n: the ability to think logically and comprehend information, especially at an advanced level
negative	adj: having the quality of something bad or harmful; expressing refusal
imaginary	adj: existing only in someone’s mind
investigate	v: to conduct a systematic or formal inquiry to identify and evaluate the facts of a crime, problem, statement, etc. to establish the truth
quest	n: a long or challenging search for something
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
organic	adj: of or derived from biological substance; producing plants and animals for food and other items without the use of synthetic chemicals
poem	n: a piece of writing that emphasizes the expression of feelings and ideas by paying particular attention to diction (sometimes rhyme), rhythm, and imagery
inmate	n: a person who is confined to an institution such as a prison, hospital, or mental health facility
norm	n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard
materialistic	adj: concerned primarily with material possessions rather than spiritual or intellectual values; adhering to a philosophy that places a high value on material goods or wealth
subside	v: to become less intense or widespread; to sink to a lower level
excuse	n: a reason or explanation, either true or invented, given to justify a fault or defend your behavior; (verb) to make someone free from blame or clear from guilt
bruise	n: a mark caused by a blow, typically one that is purple or black on the skin
nightmare	n: a very frightening or unpleasant dream
dramatically	adv: in a very impressive manner
intense	adj: (especially of a feeling) very strong; extremely sharp or severe
bathtub	n: a large container, typically made of porcelain or acrylic, for holding water in which a person can bathe
belt	v: to sing loudly and forcefully; to hit someone or something hard; (noun) a strip of leather or other material worn to tie or buckle something around the body
warp	v: to twist or bend out of shape, especially as a result of being heated; to distort or twist the meaning or sense of something
pervert	v: to change the inherent purpose or function of something; to influence somebody to behave in morally unacceptable ways; to corrupt or lead astray; (noun) a person who engages in sexual behavior or has sexual interests that are considered abnormal or deviant by society
fondle	v: to touch, stroke, or caress someone or something lovingly, gently, or tenderly; to show affection through physical contact
insane	adj: extremely stupid, crazy, or dangerous; mentally ill
jail	n: a facility where criminals are kept to be punished for their crimes; a prison
tub	n: a large, deep, round container, typically made of metal or plastic, used for washing or soaking things, especially clothes or a person’s body
continuously	adv: without being interrupted or paused; repeatedly
repeatedly	adv: again and again; many times
dare	v: to have the courage to do something
hallway	n: an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open
swell	v: to become larger or more inflated; to become more intense or important
excite	v: to make someone feel suddenly enthusiastic or eager
immediately	adv: now or without delay
mall	n: a large, enclosed shopping center that typically contains many stores, restaurants, and other businesses
security	n: the state of being free from danger, risk, or harm; measures taken to protect against threats or attacks; a financial asset, such as a stock or bond that derives value exclusively from the ownership interest or claim to a particular underlying asset or obligation
petrify	v: to turn to stone; to make hard and unyielding
numb	adj: unable to feel physical sensation and movement; not showing human feeling or sensitivity
rear	adj: at, toward, or near the back part of something; (verb) to look after a child until it is an adult
highway	n: a main road, especially one connecting major towns or cities
investigation	n: the act or process of thoroughly examining a crime, problem, statement, etc., to uncover the truth
aspect	n: one part or feature of a situation, problem, subject, etc.
bull	n: a male bovine animal; an investor who has a positive outlook on the market or a particular investment and buys with the expectation of prices increasing
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
cowboy	n: a man, typically one on horseback, who herds and tends cattle, especially in the western US; a person who behaves roughly or recklessly, typically a man; a skilled ranch worker who is adept at many tasks, especially those involving horses and cattle
tripping	adj: describing a state of mind or perception characterized by altered or distorted sensory experiences, often as a result of taking drugs or psychedelics; stumbling or faltering while walking or moving, often due to a loss of balance or coordination
relation	n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another
riot	n: a violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd, characterized by destruction of property, looting, arson, and attacks on individuals
aria	n: a song that is performed solo by a singer in an opera or oratorio, often with instrumental accompaniment
capture	v: to catch a person or an animal and confine them in an area which they cannot escape
videotape	n: a type of magnetic tape used for recording and storing video images and sound; a recording made on such tape
bush	n: a plant growing thickly with many small branches and several stiff stems coming up from the root
declare	v: to say, state, or announce something clearly, officially, or publicly
innocent	adj: not guilty of a crime, offense, etc.; not having an evil mind or knowledge
explosion	n: a violent release induced by a chemical or nuclear reaction
verdict	n: an official opinion or decision made in a civil or criminal case or an inquest (= an inquiry into the cause of an unexpected death); the findings of a jury on issues of fact submitted to it for decision
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
suppose	v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible
justice	n: the quality of being fair and reasonable and treating people equally according to their due
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
bitterness	n: a strong and persistent feeling of resentment, hostility, or anger; a state of being bitter or having a sour taste; the quality or taste of something sharp or unpleasant
luxurious	adj: characterized by or affording something excessively expensive; rich and comfortable
deny	v: to state that one refuses to admit the existence or truth of something
victim	n: a person who has been harmed, injured, or otherwise negatively affected by a particular action, circumstance, or event
turmoil	n: a state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty, often marked by intense activity or strong emotions
qualify	v: to reach the standard or fulfill the requirement of ability or knowledge needed to do a particular job or receive a particular benefit or privilege
medical	adj: relating to the treatment of illness or injuries; relating to the practice of medicine
treatment	n: the way in which someone deals with or behaves towards someone or something; medical care provided to a patient for an injury or illness.
welfare	n: the general health, happiness, and prosperous of a person or group
survive	v: to live or exist despite a dangerous event or period
taxpayer	n: a person who pays taxes to the government
probable	adj: likely to happen or likely to be true
celebrated	adj: renowned for possessing admirable attributes
church	n: a building or institution dedicated to religious worship or activities; a Christian religious organization or denomination
destroy	v: to ruin or damage severely or completely; to eradicate or eliminate completely
merchant	n: a person who buys and sells a large number of goods, especially one who imports and exports goods
violent	adj: involving or caused by physical force or aggression against someone or something
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
hilarious	adj: extremely funny
sacrifice	n: the act of killing an animal or person or surrendering a possession as an offering to a deity; (verb) to give up something important or valuable to help another person or get or do something that seems more important
minority	n: the smaller part of a group, especially a number or part representing less than half of the whole; a period before adult legal age
suffer	v: to experience pain, distress, or hardship; to undergo or endure something painful or unpleasant
mainstream	n: the ideas, opinions, beliefs, etc., that are considered normal or accepted by most people
unclear	adj: poorly stated or described and therefore not easy to understand; not easy to perceive
ignite	v: to set on fire; to cause to start burning
cuddle	v: to hold close and lovingly in one’s arms, often for comfort or affection; to snuggle or nestle against someone or something
sidetrack	v: to divert or deflect from the main topic or goal; to cause someone or something to take a different direction or course
fin	n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance
rodeo	n: a public exhibition of cowboy skills, particularly in North America, featuring events such as calf-roping, steer wrestling, and bull riding
bond	n: a close emotional connection between two or more people; a certificate of debt that a government or corporation issues to raise money
op-ed	adj: denoting or relating to a piece of writing or article that expresses the author’s opinion or point of view on a particular topic, usually published in a newspaper or magazine on the page opposite the editorial page
republican	n: a person who supports or advocates for a particular form of government, typically one that has an elected head of state rather than a monarch; a member or supporter of the Republican Party in the United States
convention	n: a large formal assembly of people who do a particular job or have a similar interest or of a political party; something regarded as a normative example
affiliation	n: the act of joining or associating with a particular group or organization; a connection or relationship with a particular group or organization
optimist	n: a person who tends to expect the best in all things and to be hopeful and confident about the future
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
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
scan	v: to examine something hastily, with the eyes or with a machine, to get information
digest	v: to transform food into absorbable substances; break down
idiot	n: a foolish or stupid person who lacks common sense or judgment; a derogatory term used to describe someone who is mentally deficient
professional	adj: having or showing the skill appropriate to a particular job; competent or skillful
confidence	n: the feeling or attitude that one can trust or rely on the abilities or good qualities of someone or something
determination	n: the quality of being persistent and purposeful; the act of finding out the exact nature or essence of something
cocky	adj: overly confident or arrogant; having an excessive belief in one’s abilities or importance
horn	n: a hard, pointed, often curved part that grows on the top of the heads of some animals, such as sheep and cows; a noisemaker or musical instrument that makes a loud noise when you blow through it
tuff	adj: (an informal variant spelling of “tough”) resilient, durable, or strong; having a rough or rugged appearance; (noun, of geology) a type of rock that’s made up of volcanic ash ejected from a vent during a volcanic eruption
pat	v: to touch or tap something lightly and usually in a friendly or encouraging manner; to apply or rub lightly and repetitively
rid	v: to make someone or something free of unwanted or unpleasant tasks, objects, or person
upside	n: the positive aspect or potential of something; the upper side of something
dirt	n: soil, dust, or any substance that makes a surface not clean; the part of the earth’s surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rock
pall	n: a sense of boredom or weariness; a covering or veil that is dull, dark, or uninteresting
wrestling	n: a sport in which two contestants grapple and try to throw each other to the ground
rack	n: a framework or support structure used to hold or display objects; a set of interconnected shelves or compartments used for storage; a source of torture, distress, or mental anguish
creditor	n: a person, company, etc. to whom a debtor owes money
fee	n: a sum of money charged for a particular service
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
shove	v: to push someone or something in a rough way
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
sew	v: to join, fasten, or repair two pieces of something by putting the thread through them with a needle
straighten	v: to make something straight or orderly; to adjust or fix something crooked, bent, or misaligned
anesthesia	n: a state of controlled, temporary loss of bodily sensation or awareness that is induced for medical purposes
rod	n: a long, thin, straight piece of wood, metal, or other material used for support, as a weapon, or for punishment
brain	n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling
tolerance	n: the willingness to accept or tolerate something, especially something that is different or unpleasant