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Word	Meaning	Advanced
rabbi	n: a Jewish religious leader or a Jewish scholar or teacher
shambles	n: a state of complete disorder, chaos, or ruin; an utter mess or failure
devastating	adj: causing a great deal of destruction or damage
roll	v: to move in a particular direction by turning over and over or from side to side
globe	n: the earth or world, mainly used to emphasize its vastness
spinning	n: the act of rotating rapidly around an axis; in the context of textiles, the process of twisting fibers together to form thread or yarn
coordinated	adj: effectively arranged or organized so that all the parts work smoothly or systematically together
bomb	n: a weapon that explodes and is used to kill or injure people or to cause damage to something
subway	n: an underground railway system, typically in a city
crib	n: a small, enclosed bed for a baby, typically on rockers
rhythm	n: a strong regular repeated pattern of sounds, words, or musical notes that are used in music, poetry, and dancing
breath	n: the air that is taken into and expelled from your lungs; the process of taking into and expelling air from your lungs
urgency	n: the quality of being very important and needing to be dealt with immediately
tectonic	adj: relating to the structure of the Earth’s crust and the large-scale processes that occur as a result of movements within it
shift	n: a slight transition in position, direction, or trend
ideology	n: a set of beliefs or philosophies that an economic or political system is based on
religion	n: a deep conviction in a supernatural power that controls human destiny
precarious	adj: not securely held or in position; dangerously unstable or uncertain; dependent on chance or uncertain conditions
principle	n: a fundamental law or truth that explains or controls how something happens or works
battlefield	n: a place where a battle or conflict is fought
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
committed	adj: willing to put in a lot of effort, time, and energy into something; firmly believing in something
horrible	adj: extremely unpleasant or bad; causing fear or disgust
atrocity	n: brutal act; an extremely wicked or cruel act
extremism	n: the holding of extreme political or religious views; actions or beliefs that fall outside of what is considered acceptable or reasonable
hostile	adj: unfriendly or aggressively opposed
relate	v: to establish a connection or association between two or more things; to narrate or tell about an event, experience, or relationship; to empathize or feel sympathy with someone or something
violent	adj: involving or caused by physical force or aggression against someone or something
utter	adj: complete, total, or absolute; said, done, or experienced without any exceptions or qualifications; spoken aloud or enunciated very clearly and distinctly; (verb) to speak or articulate words, sounds, or a voice
trigger	v: to make something happen suddenly; to cause something such as a device, machine, etc. to function
detonate	v: to explode or cause to explode; to set off a sudden or dramatic series of events
eyebrow	n: the hair arc over each eye in humans
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
abortion	n: the intentional termination of a pregnancy at an early stage
Christ	n: the man that Christians believe is the prophet and the son of God, and whose life and sermons form the basis for Christianity
extremist	n: a person who holds extreme political or religious views and who is willing to use violent or illegal methods to promote those views
murder	n: the crime of killing somebody intentionally
inspire	v: to make somebody fill with the desire, confidence, or enthusiasm, especially to do something creative
wedge	n: a piece of wood, metal, or other material with one thick end and a narrow edge that is driven between two things or parts of objects to secure or separate them
cynical	adj: believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity
subordinate	adj: of lower rank or importance, often used to describe a person in a position of inferiority or inferior status; serving as a secondary or supporting element to something else
stigmatize	v: to accuse, condemn, or openly or formally consider somebody or something as not deserving respect
racism	n: prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against a person or people based on their membership in a particular ethnic group, typically one that is a minority or marginalized
Semitic	adj: relating to the group of languages that includes Hebrew, Arabic, and Aramaic, spoken by the peoples of the middle east and north Africa
faith	n: complete trust in something or someone’s ability or knowledge; a strong belief in religion, divine power, etc.
suffer	v: to experience pain, distress, or hardship; to undergo or endure something painful or unpleasant
pernicious	adj: causing harm or destruction, often in a subtle or gradual way
trend	n: a general direction in which something is changing or developing
routine	n: a usual or habitual way of doing things; a set sequence of steps, part of a larger computer program
ism	n: a specific doctrine, theory, or ideology; a suffix used to form nouns indicating a practice, doctrine, or theory
institutionalize	v: to establish or make something a part of an institution (= a place such as a university, hospital, etc.)
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
paradigm	n: a standard or typical example of something; a pattern or model
rote	n: repetition of something to the point of memorization, especially of facts, without fully understanding it
perfunctory	adj: carried out with minimal effort or interest; done as a routine or duty without enthusiasm, care, or attention to detail; lacking thoroughness or sincerity
devoid	adj: completely lacking or free from something
vision	n: the ability to think about or see the future with imagination and intelligence; the faculty of being able to see
blessing	n: a gift or favor from a higher power or force; an act or expression of approval, encouragement, or gratitude; something that brings happiness or good fortune
canopy	n: a covering, typically of fabric, supported on poles or suspended above a bed, throne, or other object, used to shelter or screen the person or object below it
proclaim	v: to announce or state something publicly and forcefully
publicly	adv: in a manner accessible to or observable by the public; by the government
holy	adj: of or related to a god, divine power, or a particular religion
intensify	v: to increase or make something increase in extent or strength
anniversary	n: the annual recurrence of a date marking a notable event; a date on which an event occurred in a previous year
reserve	v: to keep something for future use or contingency; to obtain or arrange something, such as a meeting, seat, etc., in advance
pray	v: to make a request or petition to a higher power, especially in the form of a respectful or humble request
ritual	n: any customary observance or practice; any prescribed procedure for conducting religious ceremonies
rite	n: a formal or ceremonial act or set of acts performed in a traditional or prescribed way; a religious or spiritual ceremony or practice
essentially	adv: relating to the essential features or concepts of anything
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
remnant	n: a small remaining quantity of something, considered separately from what has been lost or destroyed; a surviving piece or fragment of something
sacred	adj: connected with religion or religious purposes; worthy of respect or dedication because of a connection with a god
revelry	n: lively and noisy festivities, typically involving drinking, dancing, and general merrymaking; a celebration marked by indulgence and enjoyment
encounter	v: to face something, particularly something unpleasant or difficult, while attempting to do something else; to meet, especially unexpectedly
affair	n: event, situation, or subject that is significant from a political or public perspective; a secretive or illicit sexual relationship
endless	adj: having no end or conclusion; infinitely very large in size or amount
mindless	adj: lacking in awareness, thought, or attention; done without thinking or consideration; pointless or empty-headed
repetition	n: the act of doing or saying something many times
jealousy	n: a feeling of resentment or bitterness towards someone because they have something that you desire
doctrine	n: a belief or set of ideas held and taught by a church, political party, or other groups
contemporary	adj: belonging to the same or present time
engaging	adj: attracting, pleasant, or charming
wane	v: to decrease in size, strength, or intensity
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
church	n: a building or institution dedicated to religious worship or activities; a Christian religious organization or denomination
synagogue	n: a Jewish house of worship, typically consisting of a hall for prayer and study and often containing a sanctuary, a social hall, and a collection of administrative offices
mosque	n: a Muslim place of worship that usually has a minaret (= slender tower with balconies)
complain	v: to say dissatisfaction or annoyance about something or somebody
maintain	v: to continue to uphold or sustain; to keep in a particular state or condition; to assert or declare something to be true
relevance	n: the state or degree of being closely connected or appropriate to the matter at hand
tradition	n: a belief, custom, or way of doing something that has been passed down from generation to generation within a group or society
disgust	n: a strong feeling of dislike or disapproval
lifeless	adj: without life; dead
spot	n: a particular location or place; a small round or roundish area, differing in color or feels from the surface around it
crisis	n: a time of great disagreement, confusion, or danger when problems must be resolved or critical decisions must be taken
concurrent	adj: happening or existing at the same time; parallel or simultaneous
determinant	n: a factor, circumstance, or condition that contributes to the shaping, influencing, or determining of a particular outcome or result
reclaim	v: to take back something previously lost, given, or paid, or ask to have it back
Jewish	adj: of or relating to people whose traditional religion is Judaism
purposeful	adj: having a specific aim or purpose; determined
harness	v: to control and exploit the power of something, especially natural resources that produce energy; (noun) a set of narrow pieces of leather and metal that are used to control or hold in place a person, animal, or object
bold	adj: brave, daring, and confident; not frightened of danger or afraid to say what you feel or to take risks
robust	adj: sturdy and healthy in form, constitution, or construction; strong enough to withstand or overcome intellectual challenges or adversity
imaginative	adj: having or showing new and creative ideas
colleague	n: one of a group of a coworker, especially in a profession or a business
bail	n: the temporary release of an accused person awaiting trial in exchange for a monetary deposit to ensure their appearance in court
inheritance	n: the money, property, etc., that someone gives you when they die; (genetics) attributes acquired via biological heredity from ancestors
atheist	n: a person who denies or disbelieves the existence of a deity or deities
circumstance	n: the specific conditions or events that surround a particular situation or occurrence
quitter	n: a person who gives up easily or does not have the determination to finish what they have started
audacious	adj: showing a willingness to take bold risks or to do something that is considered unconventional or daring; marked by originality, creativity, or boldness
reinvent	v: to change something so drastically that it looks to be completely new
rethink	v: to consider again a plan, idea, etc., especially to change it
essence	n: the basic or most important part or quality of something that makes it what it is
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
firm	adj: resolute or unwavering in decision-making or action; strong or secure in structure, make, or composition; reliable, trustworthy, or dependable; (noun) a business or company
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
compassion	n: a strong feeling of sympathy and sadness for another’s suffering or bad luck
coexist	v: to live or exist together at the same time in the same place
vengeance	n: the act of punishing or harming someone in return for something harmful that they have done
forgiveness	n: the act of stopping feeling angry or resentful towards someone for a mistake or offense with compassion
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
vary	v: to become different in terms of size, shape, etc.
indie	adj: (short for independent) relating to a style or genre of music, film, or literature that is produced without the backing or support of a major commercial company, often associated with a DIY (do-it-yourself) ethos or subculture
start-up	n: a newly established company or business
nun	n: a woman who has taken religious vows and is a member of a monastic community
traverse	v: to cross or move through a land or water area
ethos	n: the set of beliefs and attitudes that belong to a particular community, nation, ideology, or a person
emerging	adj: starting to exist, mature, or become well-known
revitalization	n: the process of giving new life or energy to something
theology	n: the study of the nature of God and religious belief
independence	n: freedom from another’s or others’ control or influence
consistent	adj: always behaving or happening in the same way, or having the same thoughts, standards, etc.
thread	n: a fine cord of natural or synthetic fibers or filaments, such as cotton or nylon, used in sewing, knitting, or weaving; a series of connected messages or comments on a social media platform or online forum, often related to a particular topic; a sequence or line of events, ideas, or actions that are connected or related; (verb) to pass a thread through a needle or other small opening, in preparation for sewing or stitching
commitment	n: a promise or firm decision to do something or to behave in a certain way
unprecedented	adj: never having been seen, done, or known before
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
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
rubble	n: fragments of rock, stone, or other materials that remain after a building or other structure has been destroyed or demolished; the remains of something that has been broken down or destroyed
responsible	adj: answerable or accountable for something within one’s power, control, or management
flame	n: a bright, visible light and heat source caused by combustion; a strong, intense feeling typically associated with passion, aggression, or anger
psychology	n: the scientific study of mind and behavior
psychic	adj: relating to or capable of extrasensory perception or paranormal phenomena; relating to the mind or mental processes
numb	adj: unable to feel physical sensation and movement; not showing human feeling or sensitivity
uncomfortable	adj: providing or feeling physical discomfort or slight pain
apathy	n: lack of emotion, concern, or enthusiasm
anguish	n: severe physical or emotional pain or suffering; distress or mental agony
insist	v: to say something clearly or demand something forcefully, especially when other people disagree with or oppose what you say
naive	adj: showing unaffected simplicity and lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment
hop	v: to jump lightly and quickly on one foot or both feet; to move rapidly from one place to another; to travel using an aircraft, bus, etc.
defiance	n: behavior characterized by an open refusal to obey someone or something
pessimism	n: a tendency to see the worst in things and anticipate adverse outcomes; a belief that the world is generally bad or that something will go wrong more often than it will go right
despair	n: the feeling that there is no hope and you cannot do anything to improve a difficult situation
lift	v: to raise something to a higher position or level; to pick up something or somebody and move them to a different position
constrain	v: to restrict or limit someone or something’s freedom or ability to do something
expansive	adj: large or wide in extent or scope; friendly and open and willing to talk
manifest	v: to show something such as feeling, attitude, quality, etc. clearly through signs or actions
rev	n: a measure of the rate at which an engine or motor rotates, often expressed in revolutions per minute (RPM); (verb) to increase the number of rotations per minute
moss	n: a small, soft plant that grows in a low, compact layer, often on the ground or on rocks
preach	v: to deliver a religious or moral message to an audience
choir	n: a group of singers, especially one that sings in a church or cathedral
gorgeous	adj: wonderful and attractive
survive	v: to live or exist despite a dangerous event or period
suppose	v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible
fundamental	adj: forming an essential base or core from which everything else develops or is affected
mighty	adj: very large, powerful, or strong
ash	n: the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance, typically containing minerals and other impurities; the solid remains of a dead person after cremation
sake	n: purpose; reason for wanting something done
protest	n: a strong expression of disagreement, disapproval, or opposition
conversation	n: an informal talk between two or more people to exchange their views, ideas, information, etc.
paradox	n: a statement, situation, or person that has two opposite facts or features and therefore seems impossible, is difficult to understand, or is strange;
powerless	adj: lacking power, strength, or authority; unable to act or affect change
prostrate	adj: lying flat, face down, or completely stretched out on the ground; physically or emotionally incapacitated or overcome; completely submissive or humble
submission	n: the act of giving a document, proposal, etc., to somebody for consideration or judgment; the act of giving in or yielding to a superior force or authority
heaven	n: (of various religious and mythological traditions) a place or state of existence considered to be the abode of the divine, the afterlife, or a higher realm of being; a state of great happiness, contentment, or beauty
conspire	v: to plan or plot together secretly, especially with an evil or unlawful purpose
invisible	adj: impossible or nearly impossible to see
impotent	adj: lacking power or ability to change things or to influence a situation
interconnect	v: to connect similar things
tsunami	n: a huge ocean wave caused by an earthquake, volcano, or other disturbance
devastate	v: to wreck a place or an area or cause significant damage
retrieve	v: to find or get something back
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
oppress	v: to treat people in a cruel and authoritarian way, especially by denying them the same freedoms, rights, etc. as other people
radical	adj: relating to the essential aspects of anything; far beyond the norm, mainly used of opinions and actions
individualism	n: the habit or principle of being independent and self-reliant
harass	v: to annoy, torment, or pester persistently; to subject someone to repeated or chronic attacks or unwelcome attention
transphobia	n: prejudice, discrimination, or hostility towards transgender people or people who do not conform to traditional gender roles or expectations
intersection	n: a point where two or more roads, lines, etc., cross each other
burgeon	v: to grow or develop rapidly, especially in a healthy or vigorous way
movement	n: a group of people working together to achieve a shared goal, especially a political, social, or artistic one; the process of moving or being moved, physically or figuratively
stake	n: a share or financial investment in something such as a business; a wooden or metal post set up to mark something
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
deserve	v: to be worthy of or entitled to something, especially something good or valuable
spiritual	adj: relating to or affecting the human spirit or soul as opposed to material or physical things
desperately	adv: in a way that shows a lack of hope and a willingness to do anything because of the problematic situation; with great urgency
dignity	n: the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect; high office or rank or station