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Word	Meaning	Advanced
moss	n: a small, soft plant that grows in a low, compact layer, often on the ground or on rocks
shrub	n: a woody plant that is smaller than a tree and has several main stems emerging from the soil
comprise	v: to include or consist of something; the act of making up or forming something
branch	n: a division of a tree or woody shrub that grows out from the trunk or a main stem; a division of some larger or more complex organization
cluster	n: a group of similar things or people close together, often forming a distinct mass or unit
dense	adj: containing a large number of people or something with little space between them
packed	adj: extremely full of people; very crowded
individual	n: a single person or thing, as distinct from a group
desert	n: arid land with little or no vegetation often covered with sand or rocks
relative	adj: considered and evaluated through comparison with something else
parsley	n: a biennial herb with flat or curly green leaves that are commonly used as a garnish or seasoning in cooking often added to dishes for its fresh flavor and decorative purposes
biology	n: the scientific study of life and the natural processes of living things
continuously	adv: without being interrupted or paused; repeatedly
organism	n: a tiny living thing
environment	n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live
component	n: one of several parts that combines with others to form something bigger
quotidian	adj: occurring or recurring daily; ordinary or commonplace, typically used to describe something boring, repetitive, or mundane
timescale	n: a period or interval of time, particularly one used as a standard for measuring or comparing other periods of time; a reference point or benchmark for the duration or length of a particular event or process
backward	adv: at, to, or toward the direction or place that is behind or rear
catalyst	n: a person or thing that causes an important event to happen or changes the current situation rapidly; (chemistry) a substance that initiates or accelerates a chemical reaction without being changed itself
agenda	n: a list or outline of things to be done, discussed, or considered
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
churn	v: to stir or agitate a liquid, substance, or mixture vigorously to produce foam or because of violent movement; to cause a large number of people to move or leave; to produce something, such as money, through continuous activity or turnover
longstanding	adj: having existed for a long time
desire	n: a strong feeling of wanting to have or do something
philosophy	n: the study of general and fundamental questions, such as those about existence, reason, knowledge, values, mind
proverb	n: a short saying that expresses a truth or gives advice based on practical experience
bulb	n: a rounded underground storage organ of some plants from which the plant grows; the rounded part of a cylindrical structure; electric lamp consisting of a glass ball
naive	adj: showing unaffected simplicity and lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment
longevity	n: the property of being long-lived; significant duration of service
geography	n: a field of science devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of the Earth
lichen	n: a composite organism consisting of a symbiotic relationship between a fungus and an alga or cyanobacterium
primal	adj: of or relating to the earliest stage of development; fundamental; primitive
heighten	v: to increase or enhance the intensity, degree, or extent of something; to make something more pronounced or noticeable; to intensify or amplify
fjord	n: a long, narrow inlet of the sea between cliffs or hills, often with a shallow, rocky shoreline, found especially in Norway
archaeology	n: the branch of anthropology that studies prehistoric people and their cultures
suppose	v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible
nowhere	adv: not in, at, or to any place; not anywhere
literally	adv: in the real or original meaning of a word or phrase; in a literal sense or way; not figuratively
device	n: a piece of equipment, tool, or technology that serves a particular purpose or function, often mechanical or electronic
obvious	adj: easy to see, discover or understand
humble	adj: having or showing a modest or low estimate of one’s quality or importance
disconnect	v: to unfasten or disjoin something, especially to break the connection between a supply of gas, water, or electricity and a piece of equipment
opportune	adj: suitable or happening at a time that is suitable or convenient for a particular purpose
glacial	adj: relating to or resembling a glacier (= a slowly moving mass of ice) or the process of glaciation; characterized by an extremely slow or gradual pace or movement
stream	n: a small, narrow river; a continuous flow of something, such as liquid, gas, people, vehicles, etc.
campsite	n: a place where people can pitch tents, park RVs, or set up other types of temporary shelter for recreational use, often equipped with facilities such as bathrooms and fire pits
abundant	adj: present in great quantity
grab	v: to take hold of something or someone suddenly with a hand, especially in a violent way
trout	n: a species of freshwater fish, typically found in cold, clear streams, known for its speckled appearance and often favored for sport fishing and culinary purposes
bare	adj: not covered or clothed; lacking embellishment or decoration; mere or basic; undisguised or open; empty or devoid of something
innocent	adj: not guilty of a crime, offense, etc.; not having an evil mind or knowledge
planet	n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star
centimeter	n: a unit of measurement of length in the metric system, equivalent to one-hundredth of a meter
lifespan	n: the length of time for which a person, animal lives, or thing exists
perspective	n: a confident attitude toward something; a particular style of thinking about something
aerial	n: a type of acrobatics or gymnastics performed while suspended from hanging fabric or rings; a pass or shot in sports (particularly in soccer or volleyball) that is made while the player is in the air
ominous	adj: giving the impression that something bad is going to happen; foreboding
predatory	adj: living by eating other animals, especially by catching prey that is still alive
fungus	n: a type of organism that includes yeasts, molds, and mushrooms, which are heterotrophic, meaning they do not produce their food and must consume organic matter to survive
killing	n: the act of causing death; a sudden and intense force or effect that causes significant damage or destruction; a situation where someone is making a substantial amount of money or experiencing significant financial success
benign	adj: kind and gentle; not harmful or malicious
mushroom	n: a type of fungus that grows on dead or decaying organic matter and typically has a stalk and an umbrella-shaped cap
humongous	adj: extremely large; gigantic; huge; excessively big
coordinate	v: to bring the different parts of the activity and the people into an organized, ordered, or efficient relationship; (adjective) of equal importance, rank, or degree
charter	n: a document that grants certain rights or privileges; a contract to hire or lease transportation
circular	adj: shaped like a circle; having a round form
invade	v: to enter aggressively into another’s territory by military force for conquest and occupation
bark	n: the hard outer layer of a tree; a sound made by dogs or some other animals
mycelium	n: the vegetative part of a fungus, consisting of a mass of branching, thread-like hyphae
strangle	v: to choke or suffocate someone by compressing their neck; to inhibit or suppress something, such as a movement or idea
nutrient	n: any substance that is essential for the maintenance and growth of living things
strategy	n: a detailed plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall goal.
underground	adj: under the surface of the ground; a secret group organized to achieve a specific purpose, such as overthrowing the government or occupying a force
underwater	adv: below or under the surface of the water
brain	n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling
coral	n: a rock-like substance created in the sea by groupings of specific types of small animals, commonly used in jewelry
overcome	v: to succeed in controlling or dealing with something, such as a problem or difficulty; to defeat or overwhelm someone
meter	n: a device used to measure the amount of a particular substance or attribute, such as length, volume, or time; (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse
depth	n: the distance between the top and bottom of something; between the top surface and a distance below it
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
parrot	n: a tropical bird with a curved beak and the ability to mimic sounds, often kept as a pet and trained to copy the human voice
spill	v: to cause or allow liquid to run or flow over the edge of its container by accident
disaster	n: an unexpected event or series of events that cause widespread damage, destruction, or loss of life
resilient	adj: able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions
clone	n: a plant or animal whose genetic information is identical to that of a parent organism from which it was created; an unauthorized copy or imitation
colony	n: a country or an area that is governed by a more powerful country that is often far away
quake	v: to shake or vibrate violently and for a short time
aspen	n: a deciduous tree with smooth, white bark that often trembles or quakes in the wind; a type of skiing that involves quick, short turns on steep slopes
giant	adj: enormous; much bigger or more important than similar items usually are
stem	n: the central part of something from which other parts can develop or grow; the part of a word common to all its inflected variants; (verb) to grow out of, have roots in, or originate in
interconnect	v: to connect similar things
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
identical	adj: being the exact same one
immortal	adj: having eternal or never-ending life; living forever; incapable of dying; having enduring fame or lasting significance
spruce	n: a type of evergreen tree with short, stiff needles and small cones, often used as a decorative or ornamental tree; (adjective) neat, clean, or tidy in appearance
mere	adj: used to emphasize how insignificant or minor someone or something is
woods	n: a dense area of trees and shrubs, typically forming a forest or woodland; a place of natural beauty and tranquility; a golf club used for hitting long shots, also known as a driver
locate	v: to specify or determine the exact position of someone or something
discovery	n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known
spindle	n: a rotating shaft that serves as axes for larger rotating parts; (biology) tiny fibers that are seen in cell division
climate	n: the weather in a particular location averaged over some long period
vegetation	n: plants in general, particularly those indigenous to a particular region or spot
zone	n: a specific area, region, or section that is marked off or defined in some way
necessarily	adv: in an essential manner; in such a way as could not be otherwise
slide	v: to move or cause to move smoothly along a surface without interruption
tortoise	n: a slow-moving, herbivorous reptile characterized by a hard shell that protects its body; many species of tortoise are long-lived and have lifespans of over 100 years
clam	n: a marine mollusk that burrows and lives on sand or mud, the shell closes with viselike firmness
lab	n: a workplace for the conduct of scientific research; a laboratory
determinant	n: a factor, circumstance, or condition that contributes to the shaping, influencing, or determining of a particular outcome or result
jellyfish	n: a marine creature with a soft, jelly-like body and tentacles for stinging
observe	v: to watch or notice something carefully, often to gather information or insights; to take note of something or someone; to celebrate or commemorate a special event or occasion
revert	v: to return to a previous state or condition; to reply
polyp	n: (of zoology) a small, typically sessile, marine animal with a hollow, cylindrical body and tentacles surrounding a central mouth, often found in colonies and sometimes forming coral reefs; (of gastroenterology) an abnormal tissue growth that can occur in the colon, rectum, or other parts of the gastrointestinal tract
maturity	n: the state of being fully developed, grown, or ripe; the quality or state of being fully developed mentally, emotionally, or intellectually; the ability to make sound and responsible decisions
unlikely	adj: not probable or likely to happen
survive	v: to live or exist despite a dangerous event or period
church	n: a building or institution dedicated to religious worship or activities; a Christian religious organization or denomination
protective	adj: serving to protect or shield from harm or danger; designed to prevent damage or injury
ancient	adj: relating to the long ago, particularly the historical period preceding the fall of the Western Roman Empire; very old
mathematics	n: the science dealing with the logic of quantities, shapes, spaces, and arrangement
province	n: the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
baobab	n: a type of African tree with a large, bulbous trunk and sparse branches that often looks upside-down; also known as the “tree of life” due to its ability to store water during droughts
palimpsest	n: a manuscript or piece of writing material on which the original writing has been effaced to make room for later writing
carve	v: to create something by cutting wood or stone; to turn sharply
trunk	n: the main stem or body of a tree which its branches grow
pulp	n: a soft and moist mass of fibers or small pieces, typically produced by grinding, crushing, or shredding plant or wood material; a type of paper made from wood or plant pulp; the soft fleshy part of a fruit or vegetable
hollow	adj: having a hole, empty space inside, or indentation on the surface
shelter	n: a structure built to protect from poor weather, danger, or attack; (verb) to protect or shield from harm or adversity, particularly relating to environmental conditions or danger
appropriate	adj: suitable or proper in the circumstances; fitting
dubious	adj: having doubts or reservations; uncertain
toilet	n: a bowl-shaped plumbing fixture with a seat for defecation and urination, or a room or building containing one or more of this fixture
uniquely	adv: in a way that is different from all others; in a way that is not shared by others
adapt	v: to make fit for or change to suit a new purpose or environment
moisture	n: small amounts of liquid, especially water, that are present in or absorbed by a substance
mist	n: a cloud of very small drops of water collecting in the air just above the ground or water
primitive	adj: of or relating to an early stage of society with no industry or technological development; simple, naive, or old-fashioned in style
conifer	n: a type of evergreen tree or shrub belonging to the group of gymnosperms, characterized by needle-like or scale-like leaves and bearing cones that contain seeds; examples include pine, spruce, and fir trees
bearing	n: the way in which one comports oneself; a posture or stance, especially one indicative of confidence or authority; the horizontal direction or position of a place, object, or person relative to another
cone	n: a geometric shape that tapers to a point at one end and has a circular base at the other end
heap	n: an untidy pile or mass of something; a large number or amount or extent of something
shred	v: to tear or cut something into a small pieces; (noun) a tiny or scarcely detectable amount
harsh	adj: severe and unkind; extremely tough and unpleasant to inhabit
shed	v: to get rid of something as superfluous or unwanted; to cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers; (noun) an outbuilding with a single story, mainly used for shelter or storage
distinction	n: a difference or contrast between similar things or people
kingdom	n: the country ruled by a king or queen
botanical	adj: relating to the study or science of plants; of, pertaining to, made from, or derived from plants
remarkable	adj: worthy of attention because unusual or special
petrify	v: to turn to stone; to make hard and unyielding
coniferous	adj: relating to or characteristic of cone-bearing trees, typically evergreen, that produce seeds in cones
flood	n: a large amount of water flowing beyond its normal limits; an overwhelming number or amount
adaptation	n: the action or process of changing to suit different conditions
unique	adj: being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else
poetic	adj: of or relating to poetry (= a piece of writing that emphasizes the expression of feelings and ideas); using language in an imaginative and expressive way
botany	n: the scientific study of plants
bush	n: a plant growing thickly with many small branches and several stiff stems coming up from the root
prone	adj: inclined or likely to do something or to show a particular characteristic, especially something bad; lying face downward
fir	n: a type of tall evergreen tree that is native to the northern hemisphere, with needle-like leaves and cones that stand upright on the branches
crown	n: a circular ornamental headdress, worn as a symbol of authority by a king, usually made of gold and precious stones
bulk	n: the quantity or size of something that is very large; the main part of something
migrate	v: to move from one country or region to another and settle there; to move from one place to another periodically or seasonally
peep	v: to take a quick and often furtive or cautious look at something; to emit a small sound or noise, typically a high-pitched chirp or squeak; (noun) a small, high-pitched sound
roar	v: to make a loud, deep sound, like a lion or a car engine
equivalent	n: having the same value, quality, meaning, purpose, etc.
eyebrow	n: the hair arc over each eye in humans
singe	v: to burn something slightly or superficially, usually by mistake
recover	v: to return to a former condition, health, mind, or strength
ubiquitous	adj: being or existing everywhere at once
expand	v: to increase or to make something greater in size, number, or importance
outward	adj: relating to the external appearance or surface of something; visible
yucca	n: a type of plant belonging to the Agave family, typically found in arid regions, with long, pointed leaves and tall stalks of white flowers. Some species of yucca have edible parts and are used for various purposes, including food, medicine, and landscaping
dot	n: a very small circular mark, especially one that is printed
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
bureau	n: an office or agency that specializes in a particular type of work, often related to collecting or compiling data or information
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
designate	v: to indicate, specify, or name someone or something for a particular purpose or job; to give a name or title to something
recreational	adj: relating to or for leisure or pleasure; done for enjoyment rather than work or duty
terrain	n: the physical features of a piece of land, including hills, valleys, rivers, and forests
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
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.
clue	n: an object, a piece of evidence, or some information that helps someone to find the answer to a problem, question, or mystery
permafrost	n: a layer of soil that is permanently below freezing, usually in polar regions
dormant	adj: in a state of temporary inactivity, rest, or sleep; not growing or progressing but capable of doing so under the right circumstances
probable	adj: likely to happen or likely to be true
vulnerable	adj: capable of being hurt or influenced physically or mentally
melt	v: to turn from something solid into something soft or liquid as a result of heating
represent	v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute
peninsula	n: a long piece of land that is almost surrounded by water but is linked to a larger part of the land
phase	n: any stage in a series of events, change, or development
celebrate	v: to acknowledge a memorable or good day or event with a social gathering or enjoyable activity
barometer	n: an instrument that measures atmospheric pressure and is used to predict changes in weather; a measure of the prevailing conditions or trends within a particular situation or environment
millennium	n: a span of 1000 years, or the 1000th anniversary (plural: millennia)
withstand	v: to resist the effect or impact of something
untold	adj: not yet revealed or known; not having been counted or measured
peril	n: serious and great danger or risk
encroachment	n: an act of moving or advancing into someone else’s territory or area of control; an invasion or infringement upon someone else’s rights or interests
jeopardy	n: the state of being in danger or at risk of harm or loss
insure	v: to provide coverage in the event of loss or damage
foresee	v: to perceive or predict; to anticipate or expect something to happen in the future