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Word	Meaning	Advanced
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
plot	n: a secret plan or scheme to achieve a specific goal; the plan or main story of a literary work; (verb) to plan secretly, usually something illegal
grant	v: to agree to give or allow somebody
permanent	adj: lasting for a long time without essential change
sibling	n: a brother or sister; member of a family born to the same parents
scraping	n: the act of removing a thin layer of material from a surface, often to clean or smooth it; a sound or sensation that is produced by something being removed or rubbed against another surface; (of computer technology) the automated extraction or collection of data from websites
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
sprinkler	n: a device that sprays water over a large area used especially for watering crops or gardens or for firefighting
loosen	v: to make something less tight, firm, or fixed; to free from restraint or constraint; to relax
skip	v: to move along lightly and quickly, making a step from one foot to the other with a hop or bounce; to intentionally fail to do something which would normally do
loose	adj: not securely fixed or fastened in place or able to be detached or separated from something
bow	v: to bend your knee or body, or lower your head; (noun) a weapon made of a curved piece of wood or other flexible material, strung with a cord and used to shoot arrows
swig	n: an amount of liquid, often an alcoholic drink, that is consumed in one gulp; (verb) to drink a large gulp or mouthful of a liquid, often an alcoholic beverage; to take a deep draft or swallow
terrifying	adj: very frightening or intimidating
ogre	n: a large, monstrous, and often cruel or threatening creature from folklore and fairy tales; a person who is regarded as brutish, cruel, or intimidating
teeter	v: to move or balance unsteadily, often in a way that suggests instability or danger; to waver or vacillate between two positions, opinions, or attitudes
verge	n: the point at which something is about to happen or where something begins; the edge or margin of something, particularly a physical boundary or border
rage	n: a strong feeling of anger or violence
silent	adj: without any or little sound
huddle	v: to crowd or press closely together; cuddle
safecracking	n: the act or process of removing the lock or otherwise opening a safe without permission or authorization, typically for criminal purposes
twiddle	v: to fiddle, adjust, or play with something in a feeble, aimless, or idly way; to move or handle with small, quick movements, often with one’s fingers
volume	n: the amount of space occupied by an object or substance; the magnitude of sound
knob	n: a round handle, especially one used for opening or closing a door, drawer, or cabinet
inaudible	adj: unable to be heard clearly or loud enough to be heard
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
crew	n: a group of people who work together, especially on a ship or airplane
creep	v: to move slowly, quietly, and carefully, usually to avoid being seen or heard
patrol	n: the act of guarding an area or conducting surveillance of an area to maintain order, perform security functions, or prevent crime; a group of officers or soldiers that conducts such an operation
disturbance	n: something that interrupts a settled and peaceful condition or that makes someone feel nervous or worried
migrant	n: a traveler who moves from one region or country to another, especially to find work or better living conditions; a bird or an animal that moves from one place to another
communicate	v: to share or exchange information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
spotlight	n: a beam of light used to illuminate a particular area or person
mantra	n: a word or phrase, often repeated, that is used as a focus for the mind during meditation
immigrant	n: a person who has come to a country where they were not born to live there permanently
conform	v: to act in accordance with a set of rules, standards, or expectations; to comply with the norms or customs of a particular group
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
stereotype	n: a fixed and unvarying idea or image that people have about what someone or something is like, but which is often not true in reality and may cause hurt and offense
feckless	adj: lacking purpose, initiative, or effectiveness; irresponsible or careless in attitudes or actions; without skill, determination, or vigor
shyness	n: the quality or state of being worried or embarrassed about meeting and speaking to other people
destine	v: to determine or set the course of something in advance, often in a way that seems predetermined or inevitable; to specify or choose someone or something for a particular fate or outcome
confound	v: to confuse or perplex; to mix up or throw into disorder; to prove to be false or illogical
exhibit	v: to show something in public for people to enjoy or to provide them with information
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
perceive	v: to become aware or conscious of something through the senses
define	v: to state or explain precisely the nature, scope, or meaning of something
bald	adj: having no hair on the head; having a smooth, shiny scalp with no hair
baggy	adj: loose-fitting or puffed out in shape, typically about clothing
fussy	adj: excessively concerned with minor details and trivialities; easily irritated or bothered by small annoyances; requiring or showing excessive attention or care
footwear	n: clothing items worn on the feet, typically shoes or boots
anxious	adj: worried and nervous
insist	v: to say something clearly or demand something forcefully, especially when other people disagree with or oppose what you say
suit	n: a set of clothes that are made from the same material; a claim or complaint that a person or organization can file in court against another party; (verb) to be fit or acceptable for
importance	n: the quality of being important and worthy of note
exaggerate	v: to describe or represent something as better or worse than it is
transfer	v: to move, pass, or change from one person, place, or situation to another
attitude	n: the way you think and feel about someone or something
anxiety	n: a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something that is happening or might happen in the future
commit	v: to do something illegal or wrong
murder	n: the crime of killing somebody intentionally
burglar	n: a person who unlawfully enters a building or other property to steal or commit another crime
wince	v: to make a slight involuntary grimace or shrinking movement due to pain, distress, or embarrassment; (noun) a facial expression or bodily gesture of pain, discomfort, or embarrassment in response to an unpleasant or unwelcome stimulus
represent	v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute
colleague	n: one of a group of a coworker, especially in a profession or a business
transmission	n: the act or process of sending something from one person or place to another; the process of broadcasting over the airwaves, as in radio or television
transmit	v: to send or forward an electronic signal; to pass something from one person or thing to another
pulpit	n: a raised platform or lectern in a church or synagogue from which a member of the clergy delivers a sermon or religious address
cling	v: to hold onto something tightly; to be closely attached to someone or something
certainty	n: the state of being certain
doubt	n: a feeling of being uncertain about something, especially about how good or accurate it is
undermine	v: to make someone or something less powerful, less effective, weaker gradually; to make someone’s fame, confidence, or authority less effective or weaker gradually
downstairs	adv: on or to a lower or ground floor of a building
excite	v: to make someone feel suddenly enthusiastic or eager
bob	v: to move up and down quickly and repeatedly, often in a short, jerky motion; to cut, trim, or shorten hair, especially by repeatedly snipping with scissors; (noun) a hairstyle in which the hair is cut short and even all around, usually above the shoulders
butterfly	n: a diurnal insect typically has a slender body with knobbed antennae and broad, colorful wings
narrative	n: a story or a description of a series of events or process of telling a story
native	adj: connecting with or describing someone’s birth country or place of birth, or someone born in a specific country or place
critic	n: someone who expresses opinions about the quality of books, music, etc.
moccasin	n: a soft, slip-on shoe made of leather or fabric, typically with a flat sole and no heel, originating from Native American traditions
conjure	v: to call forth by magic; to create or bring about through the imagination
straightforward	adj: easy to do or understand, or simple; free from ambiguity
portray	v: to depict or describe someone or something in a painting, film, book, or other artistic work
polystyrene	n: a lightweight, thermoplastic polymer material used in the manufacture of a wide range of products, including packaging, insulation, and consumer goods
ceiling	n: a room’s top interior surface
sheath	n: a close-fitting cover to protect something such as the blade of a knife, sword, or other sharp objects
transparent	adj: easy to perceive, detect, or understand; (of a material or article) permitting light to pass through freely
navigate	v: to plan and direct the way that a ship, plane, etc. will travel, often by using a map
emotional	adj: relating to people’s feelings
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
wisdom	n: the quality of being wise, or the ability to use your knowledge and experience to make sensible decisions
veneer	n: a thin layer of material applied to the surface of something for decoration or protection; a superficial or deceptive outward appearance that conceals the true nature of something beneath it
uncomfortable	adj: providing or feeling physical discomfort or slight pain
educate	v: to provide or receive instruction or training over a period of time at a school, university, etc.
determinant	n: a factor, circumstance, or condition that contributes to the shaping, influencing, or determining of a particular outcome or result
priest	n: a person who performs religious duties and ceremonies, especially in the Christian faith
Catholic	adj: universal and including many different types of things; related to or associated with the part of the Christian Church that has the Pope as its leader
worm	n: a long, thin creature with a soft and long cylindrical tube-like body, no limbs, and a lack of eyes
dodge	v: to move quickly and suddenly to avoid something; to evade or sidestep
illicit	adj: forbidden by law, rules, or custom; not approved of or socially acceptable
tricky	adj: requiring care and skill because challenging to do or deal with
aspire	v: to have an ambition or a desire to achieve something, typically something high or great
beat-up	adj: describing something old, damaged, or worn out from use; (verb) to defeat or overpower in a physical altercation
license	n: an official permission or authorization to do, use, or own something; a legal document that grants the holder the right to perform certain activities, such as driving a car, practicing a profession, or using a particular product or service
insure	v: to provide coverage in the event of loss or damage
motto	n: a phrase or slogan that expresses a guiding principle or goal
validate	v: to check or prove that something is true; to make something officially or legally acceptable or approved
impressive	adj: arousing admiration due to size, quality, or skill
promote	v: to encourage or persuade people to like, buy, use, do, or support something; to raise someone to a higher position or rank
immediately	adv: now or without delay
detective	n: a person whose job it is to find out information about crimes and find out who did them
inspector	n: a person whose job is to inspect, examine, or investigate something, often on behalf of an organization or official body
conversation	n: an informal talk between two or more people to exchange their views, ideas, information, etc.
merry	adj: cheerful and lively, often with a sense of joyfulness or celebration; characterized by a happy or festive mood
diminish	v: to reduce or be reduced in size, extent, or importance; to make something smaller, weaker, etc.
belittle	v: to speak or write about someone or something in a way that shows a lack of respect
ambivalence	n: the state of having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about someone or something; the coexistence of opposing attitudes or emotions towards a person, thing, or situation
mock	v: to make fun of someone, usually by imitating them in a witty but harsh way
deference	n: respectful or polite submission or yielding to the judgment, opinion, or wishes of another person or group; a show of respect or honor
overbearing	adj: excessively controlling, dominating, or dictatorial in one’s behavior toward others
obedient	adj: willing to do what someone in authority tells you to do
striking	adj: attractive and distinctive enough to draw notice; exceedingly appealing, frequently in an odd manner
courageous	adj: able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching
infantilize	v: to treat someone as if that person were a child or in a way that denies their maturity in age or experience
timid	adj: showing a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened, shy, or hesitant in the face of danger or potential risk
reverse	v: to change something’s direction, order, position, decision, etc., to the opposite one; (adjective) directed or moving toward the rear
wallpaper	n: a decorative paper or fabric that is applied to walls or ceilings to enhance their appearance; a digital image used as a background on a computer screen
temporary	adj: not lasting or be used for a very long
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
absence	n: the fact or condition of being away from a place where they are typically anticipated to be
ardent	adj: having or showing a strong enthusiasm or devotion; passionate
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
diagnose	v: to determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a careful analysis
schizophrenia	n: a severe mental disorder in which a person has a distorted view of reality and may experience hallucinations, delusions, and disordered thinking and behavior
psychiatry	n: the branch of medicine concerned with the study, treatment, and prevention of mental illness
paranoia	n: a mental condition characterized by delusions of persecution, unwarranted jealousy, or exaggerated self-importance, typically compounded by feelings of anxiety or irritability
lamb	n: a young sheep; the flesh of a young domestic sheep eaten as food
disconcert	v: to cause confusion, uncertainty, or embarrassment in someone; to make someone feel uneasy or uncertain
miraculous	adj: very effective or lucky, or completely unexpected
disappear	v: to cease to exist or be visible
pulse	n: the regular heartbeat as it sends blood around the body, especially when it is felt at the wrist or side of the neck; a solid regular vibration of sound, electric current, light, or other waves
reunion	n: a social occasion or party for a group of people who have not seen each other for a long time; the act of coming together again
audit	n: an official inspection of the accounting procedures and records of business by a trained accountant or CPA that is independent of the subject; a methodical inspection or review of a specific condition or situation
headline	n: a heading at the top of a newspaper or magazine story or page
heal	v: to make a wound or injury to become well again
rift	n: a break or fissure in a relationship, organization, or physical structure; a large crack in the ground, rock, or other surfaces
memoir	n: a historical account or biography written from the writer’s knowledge of famous people, places, or events
biography	n: the story of a person’s life written by someone else
possibility	n: a chance that something may happen or be true
gap	n: a conspicuous disparity or difference separates something such as a figure, people, their opinions, situation, etc.
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
filial	adj: relating to or befitting a son or daughter; having the characteristics or feelings of a child towards their parent
devotion	n: great loyalty and love or deep consideration for someone or something
delude	v: to deceive or mislead someone; to give a false impression of something
sting	v: to cause a sharp, painful sensation or injury with a poison, venom, or other substance or by a physical action such as a bite or prick
shortcoming	n: a lack or deficiency in a particular respect; a fault or defect
betray	v: to reveal or deliver to an enemy by treachery or disloyalty; to reveal something unintentionally
coruscate	v: to give off flashes of light or sparkle brightly; to emit or reflect brilliance, either literally or figuratively, to shine vividly or be highly animated
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
drag	v: to pull or haul with force
mud	n: a soft, wet, sticky earth or clay
dignity	n: the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect; high office or rank or station
initially	adv: at the beginning; at first
disappoint	v: to fail to meet someone or their hopes or expectations; to make someone feel sad
admire	v: to have regard for or respect for someone’s qualities or the actions they have performed
stance	n: a way of thinking about something, especially expressed publicly; attitude or position of a standing person or animal
bubble	n: a thin, round, and often transparent mass of gas that is surrounded by a thin layer of liquid; a state of economic or social prosperity that is unsustainable and eventually collapses
vein	n: a blood vessel that carries blood from various parts of the body back to the heart; a mineral deposit or layer of rock that is contained within another rock formation
reluctant	adj: unwilling or hesitant to do something because of doubts or fears
disassemble	v: to take apart, dismantle, or separate a device, machine, or other objects into its parts or components
detached	adj: no longer connected or joined; showing lack of emotional involvement
initial	adj: of or happening at the beginning; (noun) the first letter of a word, especially a person’s name
strike	v: to wallop somebody or something with the hand, fist, or weapon; to have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
separate	v: to force, take, or pull apart; mark as different
excise	n: a tax or duty that is levied on certain goods, commodities, or activities, often to raise revenue for the government; (verb) to remove or cut out
aspect	n: one part or feature of a situation, problem, subject, etc.
unsupported	adj: not given financial or other aid; not having any proof or evidence
reunite	v: to bring two or more people together again after a period of separation
yearn	v: to strongly desire or long for something
awkward	adj: making you feel uncomfortable or embarrassed; causing inconvenience or difficulty
tense	adj: unable to relax because of being nervous or worried; stretched tight or rigid
revert	v: to return to a previous state or condition; to reply
towering	adj: very tall or high, often to an impressive or intimidating degree; powerful or dominant in influence or stature
observation	n: the act or activity of carefully examining or monitoring something or someone
mount	v: to increase, go up, or advance gradually or continuously; to prepare and supply with the necessary equipment for execution or performance; to ride on something or someone
condolence	n: sympathy or expression of sympathy offered to someone who has experienced a loss or tragedy; an expression of comfort or consolation
medal	n: a flat, usually circular piece of metal or other material that is often given as an award or commemoration for an achievement, victory, or honor
defeat	v: to win against somebody in a fight, war, or attempt