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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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organization | n: a group of people who work together for a shared purpose | |
architect | n: a person whose job is to design plans to be used in making something, such as buildings | |
involve | v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else | |
humanitarian | adj: something relating to the promotion of human welfare or someone who works to promote human welfare | |
disaster | n: an unexpected event or series of events that cause widespread damage, destruction, or loss of life | |
systemic | adj: affecting or related to the whole of something, especially the human body or a society | |
expertise | n: specialized knowledge or skills in a particular field or subject; expert proficiency or knowledge | |
scarce | adj: not abundant or plentiful, and therefore not easy to find or obtain | |
innovative | adj: introducing or using new methods, ideas, etc. | |
sustainable | adj: able to continue or be continued for a long time | |
responsible | adj: answerable or accountable for something within one’s power, control, or management | |
architecture | n: the art and science of designing and constructing buildings | |
jewel | n: a precious stone that is cut and polished for use in jewelry | |
crave | v: to have a strong desire for something; to long for or want intensely | |
improve | v: to make or become better | |
detriment | n: something that causes harm, injury, or damage | |
communal | adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use | |
resident | n: a person who lives in a particular place or has their home in a place | |
crisis | n: a time of great disagreement, confusion, or danger when problems must be resolved or critical decisions must be taken | |
refugee | n: a displaced person who has crossed national borders and who cannot or is unwilling to return home due to political, religious, or economic reasons or because of a war | |
generation | n: all the people born and living at about the same time, regarded collectively; the production of heat or electricity | |
prototype | n: a first or preliminary example of something such as a device or vehicle from which other forms are developed | |
experiment | n: the scientific test conducted to observe what happens and gain new knowledge | |
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 | |
clinic | n: a building or hospital department where people can go for medical care or advice, especially of a particular condition | |
sub-Saharan | adj: of or relating to or situated in the area south of the Sahara Desert | |
pandemic | n: an outbreak of a disease that affects many people over a very wide area | |
participate | v: to take part in something | |
exhibit | v: to show something in public for people to enjoy or to provide them with information | |
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 | |
statistics | n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data | |
poverty | n: the condition of being extremely poor | |
foreigner | n: a person who is not a citizen or national of the country they are in; someone from a different country, culture, or origin | |
plain | adj: without being decorated in any way; (Noun) a vast expanse of flat land with few trees | |
reserve | v: to keep something for future use or contingency; to obtain or arrange something, such as a meeting, seat, etc., in advance | |
moth | n: an insect with wings similar to a butterfly that travels at night and is attracted to light | |
assume | v: to think or accept something to be true without having proof of it; to take or begin to have power; to begin to exhibit a specific quality or appearance | |
horrific | adj: causing horror or disgust; gruesome and terrifying | |
forth | adv: forward, outward, or onward in location, direction, or progress; into view or consideration; with confidence, boldness, or in the open | |
literally | adv: in the real or original meaning of a word or phrase; in a literal sense or way; not figuratively | |
tsunami | n: a huge ocean wave caused by an earthquake, volcano, or other disturbance | |
laptop | n: a portable computer that is small enough to be carried around easily and used on your lap | |
reconstruction | n: the process of rebuilding or repairing something that has been damaged or destroyed or of restoring something to its original condition | |
overview | n: a general description or summary of a subject | |
decide | v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options | |
embrace | v: to accept something willingly and enthusiastically; (noun) the act of clasping another person in the arms as in greeting or affection | |
chapter | n: a separate section of a written work usually numbered and titled | |
utopia | n: an ideal and perfect society in which all social and political problems have been solved, and all members live in harmony and prosperity | |
meet-up | n: a gathering or social event organized through the internet for people who share a common interest | |
bullet | n: a metal projectile that is shot from a gun | |
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 | |
nonprofit | adj: not established for commercial profit | |
grassroots | adj: of or relating to the ordinary people in a society or an organization as constituting a fundamental political and economic group | |
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 | |
opportune | adj: suitable or happening at a time that is suitable or convenient for a particular purpose | |
naive | adj: showing unaffected simplicity and lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment | |
advocacy | n: the act of supporting or promoting a particular cause or point of view, often through public campaigning or lobbying | |
instigate | v: to initiate, start or incite something, often to cause trouble, conflict, or violence; to urge or stir someone to take a particular action or behavior | |
implement | v: to put a decision, plan, or system into effect | |
advocate | n: a person who supports or suggests an idea, development, or way of doing something | |
workshop | n: a place where people work, especially one where they do manual or practical work; a brief intensive course for a small group | |
mitigate | v: to make less severe or less intense; to alleviate or lessen the adverse effects of something | |
policy | n: a set of rules, guidelines, principles, or procedures that govern decision-making or action, often used in the context of business or government; a course of action or plan of action adopted or followed by an organization or individual to achieve a goal or objective | |
competition | n: a situation in which someone is attempting to beat or outperform another | |
matchmake | v: to arrange or facilitate a romantic relationship or marriage between two people; to act as a matchmaker | |
invention | n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation; the act of inventing | |
emergency | n: a sudden unforeseen crisis usually involving danger that requires immediate action | |
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 | |
transition | n: the process or period of changing from one state or circumstance to another | |
rebuild | v: to build again or anew | |
imposing | adj: having an appearance that commands respect and admiration; impressive or grand in scale or size | |
regrow | v: to grow back or regenerate after being cut or removed, such as cells or tissues in the body, or plants and vegetation | |
sublime | adj: of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe | |
ridiculous | adj: very silly or unreasonable and deserving to be laughed at | |
inflate | v: to fill something with air or gas so that it becomes bigger and rounder | |
hemp | n: a plant related to marijuana that is grown for its fiber, seed, and oil and has many industrial and medicinal uses; the fiber from this plant is used to make rope, paper, textiles, and other products | |
container | n: a receptacle or object used to hold, store, or transport something; a large standardized metal box that is used for transporting goods by sea or land | |
architectural | adj: of or relating to the design and construction of buildings and other structures and the features and style of such structures | |
governance | n: the act or process of governing or managing a political, social, or economic entity; the systems or principles that guide such processes | |
complexity | n: the state or quality of being complicated or intricate and difficult to understand | |
engage | v: to attract and keep someone’s attention and interest; to participate in or obtain services of something | |
professional | adj: having or showing the skill appropriate to a particular job; competent or skillful | |
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 | |
destroy | v: to ruin or damage severely or completely; to eradicate or eliminate completely | |
straw | n: dry stalks of cereal plants used as fodder, fuel, basket, etc. | |
bale | n: a large bundle of goods such as cotton, hay, or paper; a bundle of goods used to weigh a product, especially wool, hay, etc | |
construct | v: to build or create something; to assemble or combine different parts to form something whole | |
remarkable | adj: worthy of attention because unusual or special | |
origin | n: the first existence or beginning of something | |
villager | n: a person who lives in a village or small rural community; a person who is part of a close-knit and traditional community | |
engaging | adj: attracting, pleasant, or charming | |
medical | adj: relating to the treatment of illness or injuries; relating to the practice of medicine | |
spark | v: to start something or make it grow, especially suddenly; to emit a tiny piece of fire or electricity | |
distribute | v: to give something to a large number of individuals, or to spread or furnish something | |
awareness | n: the fact or state of knowing something exists and is important | |
kenaf | n: a tall tropical plant of the hibiscus family, native to Africa, that is cultivated for its fiber and used in the production of textiles, paper, and cordage | |
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 | |
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 | |
mow | v: to cut down and trim grass or other vegetation, usually with a machine such as a lawnmower; to cut down or harvest crops | |
tensile | adj: relating to the ability of a material or structure to stretch or bend without breaking or losing its shape; having great strength or flexibility under tension | |
structure | n: the way of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts, or a complex thing constructed of many parts | |
fin | n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance | |
patient | n: a person who is receiving medical treatment, care, or attention from a healthcare professional, such as a doctor, nurse, or therapist; a personal quality or characteristic | |
nutrition | n: the substances or the process that organisms take into their bodies as food for their growth and health | |
retrovirus | n: a type of RNA virus that uses the enzyme reverse transcriptase to convert its RNA into DNA, which then inserts itself into the host cell’s genome, which can cause a variety of diseases in humans and animals, including HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) | |
rout | n: a disorderly retreat or defeat of an army or group; a decisive defeat | |
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 | |
engine | n: a machine that converts thermal energy to mechanical work; something that has an important role used to achieve a purpose | |
sustain | v: to supply enough of what somebody or something needs to survive or exist; to accept as valid | |
doll | n: a child’s toy that typically represents a human figure, especially a young girl; an attractive woman; a woman who is subservient or passive | |
survival | n: the state of continuing to exist or live, frequently in the face of difficulty or danger | |
maintenance | n: the act or process of keeping something, either artificial materials or living things, in good condition; the money needed for a person’s or family’s living expenses | |
eventually | adv: finally, particularly after a long time or a lot of struggle, complications, and so on | |
roll | v: to move in a particular direction by turning over and over or from side to side | |
promiscuous | adj: having casual sexual relations frequently with different partners; indiscriminate in the choice of sexual partners; not selective of a single class or person | |
outreach | n: an effort to extend help or services to people who may not be aware of them, often in a targeted manner; the process of establishing connections and communication with a wider community or audience; (verb) to reach out or make contact with people or groups to offer help, support, or information | |
confidence | n: the feeling or attitude that one can trust or rely on the abilities or good qualities of someone or something | |
empower | v: to give someone the power or authority to do something | |
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 | |
cappella | adj: referring to vocal music that is performed without instrumental accompaniment | |
singe | v: to burn something slightly or superficially, usually by mistake | |
consultant | n: a person who provides professional or expert advice | |
nation | n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture | |
league | n: an association of sports teams who compete against each other; an obsolete unit of distance of variable length, equal to about 3 miles or 4,000 meters | |
slyly | adv: in a crafty or cunning manner; sneakily or deceptively | |
telemedicine | n: the remote diagnosis and treatment of patients using telecommunications technology, such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging services | |
partnership | n: the state of a cooperative relationship between people or groups, especially in business | |
amazing | adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire | |
probable | adj: likely to happen or likely to be true | |
hurricane | n: a violent, tropical, cyclonic storm of the western North Atlantic, having wind speeds of or over 64 knots (74 miles per hour) | |
assemble | v: to collect in one place as a single group | |
tarp | n: (short for tarpaulin) a large, heavy piece of waterproof material, often made of canvas or plastic, used to cover or protect equipment, vehicles, outdoor living spaces, or other objects from the elements | |
replacement | n: the act of replacing something with something else, especially that is newer or better; a person or thing that takes or can take the place of another | |
suppose | v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible | |
degree | n: a unit of measurement for angles, temperature, or level of proficiency or achievement; a rank or level of academic or professional attainment | |
rainwater | n: water that falls from the clouds in the form of rain and is collected | |
par | n: a state of being equal to someone or something | |
on-site | adj: located, situated, or taking place at the same site or place as another specified activity or event; at the location where work or a project is being done or where a service is being provided | |
diverse | adj: including numerous categories of individuals or entities; various | |
volunteer | n: a person who performs or offers to perform a job or service without being paid for or forced to do | |
rehabilitate | v: to restore to good health or physical condition; to help someone return to a normal life, especially after a period of illness, addiction, or imprisonment | |
fig | n: a sweet and soft edible fruit with many seeds or a tree on which these grow | |
regulation | n: an official rule made and maintained by a government or some other authority; the act of controlling or directing something according to a rule | |
dictate | v: to state or give order with total authority; to say or read aloud for somebody else to write down or to be recorded | |
utility | n: the state or quality of being useful or convenient; the service, such as electric power or water or transportation, provided by a public | |
buck | n: a male deer; a unit of currency, especially the US dollar; a sudden jolt or movement; a young man; (verb) to resist or oppose something, such as an authority, trend, or convention | |
washroom | n: a room or public facility equipped for washing one’s hands and face, often including a toilet or a shower | |
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 | |
aid | n: things sent to help countries in need, notably food or money; support | |
agency | n: an organization or business that is responsible for specific activities or services, especially when representing other organizations or businesses; the capacity or power to act or exert influence; the ability to make decisions and take action | |
introduction | n: a preliminary explanation or remarks given before the start of a text, performance, or event; the act of bringing something new into existence or introducing something to a wider audience or new market | |
flap | n: a piece of material attached to a garment, sail, or aircraft which flaps in the wind; (verb) to move in a wavy pattern or with an up-and-down motion | |
theme | n: a subject or topic of discourse or artistic representation | |
apparently | adv: based on what you have heard or read | |
grip | n: the act of holding onto something firmly with your hands, or the ability to do so; (verb) to hold fast or firmly | |
clip | n: a small metal or plastic device used for holding an object or objects together or in place; a short part of electronic media, either an audio clip or video clip | |
attach | v: to fasten, join, or connect one thing to another | |
membrane | n: a soft, thin layer that forms animal or vegetable tissue | |
beam | n: a long, sturdy piece of timber, metal, or other material used to support a structure or span a distance; a ray or stream of light emitted by a source | |
whip | v: to hit a person or an animal severely with a thin, flexible stick with a cord or leather thong at the end, as a punishment, discipline, etc. | |
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 | |
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 | |
abject | adj: extremely unpleasant and degrading; physically or emotionally impoverished; miserable, wretched, and hopeless | |
fragile | adj: delicate or easily broken or damaged | |
unplanned | adj: not planned or intended; not having been prearranged or organized | |
settlement | n: an official agreement that brings an argument to a close; the process of establishing permanent residence in a place. | |
actively | adv: in a way that involves taking action or participating actively; with energy and determination | |
humanity | n: all people living on the earth; the quality or state of being human rather than an animal, a machine, etc. | |
conduit | n: a channel, pipe, or tube that is used to direct the flow of fluids or other material from one place to another; figuratively, a means of communication or channel for transmitting information, ideas, or concepts | |
replicate | v: to make an exact copy of something; to repeat a process or experiment to confirm the results | |
glob | n: a small, round mass or lump; a drop or blob of liquid or viscous substance | |
secondly | adv: used to introduce the second point or item in a list or series of statements, considerations, etc. | |
profit | n: money that is earned in business or by selling things after deducting the costs involved | |
creative | adj: relating to or involving the use of skill and original and unusual ideas to create something | |
commons | n: the House of Commons, which is one of the two houses of Parliament; a piece of land or an area set aside for public use, often used for recreation or grazing livestock; a shared or public resource | |
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 | |
upload | v: to transfer digital data or files from a local computer or device to a remote server or network; the act of transferring such data or files | |
earthquake | n: a sudden and violent shaking of the ground caused by the movement of rock beneath the earth’s surface | |
flood | n: a large amount of water flowing beyond its normal limits; an overwhelming number or amount | |
austere | adj: severe or strict in manner or attitude; without adornment or ornamentation; ascetically simple | |
environment | n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live | |
multilingual | adj: skilled in or using multiple languages; involving or relating to multiple languages or language groups | |
planet | n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star | |
integrate | v: to combine one thing with another so that they form a whole or work together; to accept equal participation for members of all races and ethnic groups | |
manufacture | v: to make goods in large numbers, usually in a factory using machines | |
lab | n: a workplace for the conduct of scientific research; a laboratory | |
educate | v: to provide or receive instruction or training over a period of time at a school, university, etc. | |
favela | n: a Brazilian shantytown or slum, typically located on the outskirts of a major city, characterized by poverty, overcrowding, and lack of basic services such as sanitation and security | |
slum | n: a heavily populated urban area characterized by poor, run-down housing and infrastructure, often associated with poverty and social neglect | |
innovation | n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation | |
leap | v: to jump or spring into the air, often with the feet leaving the ground or a surface below; to move quickly or suddenly, often forward or upward | |
leapfrog | n: a children’s game in which players take turns jumping over each other’s stooped backs | |
adapt | v: to make fit for or change to suit a new purpose or environment | |
adaptable | adj: able or willing to modify or be modified to deal with new situations | |
evolution | n: a gradual process of transformation of living things | |
yank | v: to pull something or someone forcefully with a sudden movement | |
compute | v: to make a mathematical calculation | |
utilize | v: to use something for a practical purpose in an effective way | |
engineer | n: a person whose job is designing, building, or maintaining something such as machines, structures, or software | |
standing | adj: existing or remaining upright; having a vertical position; (noun) social, financial, or professional status or reputation | |
ahold | adv: to take hold of something, to grasp firmly | |
trousers | n: a pair of leg coverings that extends from the waist to the ankles covering each leg separately, often referred to as pants | |
guideline | n: a general rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior; a piece of advice or instructions that tell you how something should be done or what something should be |