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Word	Meaning	Advanced
autism	n: a developmental disorder characterized by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication
continuum	n: a series of similar items in which no part or portion is distinct or distinguishable from adjacent parts
severe	adj: extremely serious or bad in feeling, manner, or strict and harsh; extremely strong or vigorous
remains	n: the leftover parts or pieces of something that have been destroyed, removed, or consumed; the physical or biological remains of a deceased person, plant, animal
nonverbal	adj: not involving or using spoken or written language; communicated through body language, facial expression, or other means besides language
brilliant	adj: extremely clever, skilled, or impressive
engineer	n: a person whose job is designing, building, or maintaining something such as machines, structures, or software
genetics	n: the branch of biology that studies genes, genetic variation, and heredity in organisms
trait	n: a particular feature of your nature
nerd	n: a person who is very interested in and knowledgeable about a particular subject such as computers, mathematics, chess, etc.
probable	adj: likely to happen or likely to be true
diagnose	v: to determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a careful analysis
spectrum	n: an ordered array of colors into which a light beam can be split
invention	n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation; the act of inventing
verbal	adj: expressed in spoken rather than written words
attend	v: to be present at an event, to go to a place
norm	n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard
brain	n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling
ignore	v: to intentionally not listen or pay attention to
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
abstract	adj: based on general ideas, feelings, or qualities and not on any a physical or concrete existence
hands-on	adj: actively involved, practical; having hands involved in the doing or making of something
concerned	adj: feeling worry or interest about something; showing interest or attention
excel	v: to be extremely good at or proficient in doing something
cattle	n: cows, bulls, and buffalos that are raised for their milk or meat as farm animals
balk	v: to hesitate or stop abruptly before completing an action, often due to fear, uncertainty, or opposition; to refuse to comply with or agree to something
veterinary	adj: related to or involved in the practice of caring for animals, particularly in a medical or health-related context
facility	n: a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry
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
contrast	v: to put in opposition to show or emphasize differences
chute	n: a steep, narrow slide or passage, often used for moving objects or people quickly and safely from a higher to a lower level; a channel or pathway that guides the flow of material, usually in a controlled manner
crazy	adj: stupid or not sensible; very angry
fence	n: a structure, usually made of wood or metal, that encloses an area, typically for protection or to keep animals or people in or out; a dealer in stolen property
shadow	n: a dark area or shape cast by an object blocking the passage of light; an area in darkness or shade; a reflected image or copy of something; a person, activity, or influence that follows or accompanies someone or something closely and persistently, often in a secretive or ominous manner
hose	n: a flexible tube or pipe used to convey fluids, typically water or air; to spray someone or something with water or another liquid in a forceful manner
chain	n: a series of connected links or objects; a system or group of interconnected elements; a restraint or shackle
duplicate	v: to make or be an exact copy of something; to reproduce something
geek	n: a person who is highly interested and knowledgeable about a particular subject or field, often to the point of being obsessed
drawing	n: the act of making a picture with a pencil, pen, or other instruments on paper, cardboard, or other material
temple	n: a place of worship, especially one that is associated with a particular religion or faith; the flat area on either side of the forehead
literally	adv: in the real or original meaning of a word or phrase; in a literal sense or way; not figuratively
shock	n: a strong feeling or physical reaction to a sudden and unexpected event or experience, especially something unpleasant
church	n: a building or institution dedicated to religious worship or activities; a Christian religious organization or denomination
steeple	n: a tall, often pointed structure, typically found on top of a church or other building and often serves as a landmark
generalize	v: to make something, such as a theory, idea, etc., more widespread or widely applicable based on what is true in some cases
generic	adj: not specific; not linked to a particular brand or product
specific	adj: clearly defined or particular to a certain thing or situation; distinct, explicit, and precise
flash	n: a sudden intense burst of radiant energy; a momentary brightness
bunch	n: a grouping of several similar things which are growing or fastened together
imaginary	adj: existing only in someone’s mind
childhood	n: the state or time of being a child
fort	n: a military structure designed to be defended from attack
thunderstorm	n: a storm with lightning and thunder, typically with heavy rain and strong gusts of wind
visual	adj: relating to seeing or sight
tremendous	adj: very great in degree or extent or amount or impact; extremely good
asset	n: something or someone that is useful or valuable quality, skill, etc.; valuable property
handle	v: to deal with a situation, problem, or strong emotion
improvisation	n: the act of making something up on the spot or creating or performing something without preparation
slaughter	n: the killing of a large number of animals or people brutally and indiscriminately; a violent and bloody event that results in the death of many individuals
slide	v: to move or cause to move smoothly along a surface without interruption
equip	v: to provide a person or a place with the things that are needed for a particular purpose or activity
virtual	adj: being actually such in almost every respect; existing in essence or effect though not in actual fact
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
recreation	n: the activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation; the act or process of making something that existed in the past exists or seems to exist again in a different time or place
silicon	n: a chemical element with the symbol Si that is a hard, brittle crystalline solid with a blue-grey metallic luster and used for the transistors and integrated circuit chips in computers
valley	n: a long depression on the surface of the land, which typically contains a river
belong	v: to be the property of someone or something; to be a member or part of a group; to be in the proper or appropriate place
livestock	n: farm animals and birds such as cows, sheep, and chickens
merchandise	n: goods or products that are available for sale, especially those that are part of a company’s stock or inventory; anything that is marketed or sold to customers as a commodity or product
grade	n: a particular level of quality, size, importance, etc.
perspective	n: a confident attitude toward something; a particular style of thinking about something
emphasize	v: to give or show particular importance to something
scan	v: to examine something hastily, with the eyes or with a machine, to get information
gigantic	adj: extremely large
trunk	n: the main stem or body of a tree which its branches grow
cortex	n: the outermost layer of an organ, especially the brain
tensor	n: (of anatomy) a muscle that causes a part of the body to become tense or tight, thereby exerting a pulling or stretching force; (of physics) a mathematical object or vector that describes the direction and intensity of a physical force or quantity in a multi-dimensional space
primary	adj: first or highest in rank, order, or importance; most fundamental or essential; pertaining to the initial or introductory stage of something, such as a school year or election cycle
specialize	v: to become an expert in a specific career field, study, or business
algebra	n: a type of mathematics in which signs and letters represent numbers
geometry	n: the area of pure mathematics that deals with the points, lines, curves, and surfaces
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
pray	v: to make a request or petition to a higher power, especially in the form of a respectful or humble request
mantis	n: a type of predatory insect known for its distinctive front legs that are bent in a way that resembles a praying posture
scotch	v: to put an end to or stop something from happening or continuing; to prevent, hinder or restrain something or someone from doing or achieving something; (noun, Scotch) things or people from Scotland, which is a country located in the United Kingdom
tap	v: to hit someone or something quickly, gently, and often repeatedly; to use existing resources, such as energy, knowledge, etc.
background	n: the details of a person’s social heritage, such as family, vocational or educational experience; past information that is essential to understanding a situation or problem
folding	adj: capable of being folded or bent; having one or more sections that can be folded or collapsed for easier storage or transportation
realistic	adj: having or showing a sensible and practical idea that is possible to achieve
mathematics	n: the science dealing with the logic of quantities, shapes, spaces, and arrangement
dyslexia	n: a neurological condition that affects a person’s ability to read, write, and spell, often despite normal or above-average intelligence, effective teaching, and adequate motivation, which is characterized by difficulty in the phonological coding of written words, poor phonological awareness, and poor reading fluency and decoding skills
sensory	adj: of or relating to the physical senses
gadget	n: a small tool or device that is useful for a particular job
beforehand	adv: ahead of time; in advance
chin	n: the lowermost part of a person’s face, below the mouth and above the neck
bother	v: to disturb, annoy, or cause inconvenience or worry to someone; to take the trouble or effort to do something
fluorescent	adj: emitting or reflecting vibrant and vivid light, especially under ultraviolet light; describing a type of lamp or bulb that produces such light
sensitivity	n: the ability to perceive or respond to subtle differences or changes; the ability to understand and respond to the needs and feelings of others
variable	adj: likely to change or vary often; (noun) a symbol, like x or y, that is used in mathematical or logical expressions to represent a value that may be changed
insight	n: the ability to gain an accurate and deep understanding of people or situations; an accurate and deep understanding of what something is like
hydrant	n: a pipe with a valve and spout, usually located on streets and used for drawing water, especially for firefighting purposes
foe	n: an enemy or opponent; someone or something that is opposed to or in conflict with another
mate	n: a person’s partner in marriage or romantic relationship; an animal’s sexual partner; a peer or friend; (of the game of chess) checkmate, which is the winning condition of the game
abuse	n: the use of something in an incorrect or harmful manner
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
absolutely	adv: without restriction or limitation; completely or utterly
veterinarian	n: (formal for a vet) a medical professional who specializes in the care and treatment of animals, especially those that are domesticated or kept as pets
troubleshoot	v: to identify and solve problems or difficulties, particularly in mechanical or technical systems or situations
categorize	v: to put people or things into groups according to their features, types, etc.
difficulty	n: a condition or state that causes problems
flier	n: (also “flyer”) a person who travels by air or an airplane passenger; a leaflet or pamphlet designed to be handed out or posted to provide information or advertise something
observation	n: the act or activity of carefully examining or monitoring something or someone
fatal	adj: causing or resulting in death; lethal
wreck	n: a ship that has sunk or has been destroyed; a vehicle that has been badly damaged in an accident
steer	v: to control the direction or movement of a vehicle; to direct a course of action; to guide or motivate someone
purity	n: the state of being undiluted or unmixed with anything else; the state of being free from immorality, especially of a sexual nature
pilot	n: a person who flies an aircraft, especially as a job; a person qualified to guide ships through a difficult area of water
puzzle	n: a situation that is difficult to follow or solve; a game, problem, or toy that tests a person’s ingenuity or knowledge; (verb) to cause someone to feel confused because of something difficult to understand
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
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
geeky	adj: characterized by an intense interest or expertise in a particular subject or hobby, sometimes to the detriment of social skills or other interests
goofy	adj: silly or foolish
optical	adj: of or relating to or light or the ability to see; (noun) the science of light and vision, and to instruments and techniques used in the study and application of light
illusion	n: a false idea or belief, especially about somebody or about a situation
technological	adj: based on scientific and industrial progress
cognitive	adj: of or relating to mental processes of understanding
circuit	n: (in electrical engineering) an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow; a journey or route around a particular place or area
trade-off	n: a balance achieved between two desirable but incompatible features; an exchange that occurs as a compromise
miller	n: a person who operates a mill (= a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing), especially a grain mill
studied	adj: deliberately considered or scrutinized; carefully thought out or planned
Alzheimer	n: a neurodegenerative disease that causes memory loss, cognitive decline, and behavioral issues; is the most common cause of dementia in older adults
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
frontal	adj: relating to the front; situated at or directed towards the front; frontal can also refer to a meteorological term for a weather system that is moving from west to east
temporal	adj: of or relating to time as opposed to eternity
lobe	n: a rounded projection or division, especially of the brain, lung, or liver
dementia	n: a severe decline in cognitive function, especially memory, as a result of disease or injury
artwork	n: the pieces of art, such as pictures and photographs used in books, magazines, etc.
install	v: to fix furniture, a machine, or a piece of equipment into position so that it can be used; put into an office or a position
physics	n: the science of matter and energy and their interactions
eddy	n: a circular current of water or air that flows in the opposite direction to the main current, causing a small whirlpool; a current of opinion, activity, or trend that goes against the main current
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
turbulence	n: a state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty, often accompanied by violent or disruptive activity or behavior, such as air turbulence during a flight
tungsten	n: a hard, dense metallic element with the symbol W (from its German name, Wolfram) and atomic number 74, which has high melting and boiling points, often used in electrical wiring, light bulb filaments, and other high-stress applications
writ	n: a written legal order or command
draft	n: a preliminary version of something that is not yet in its final form
granny	n: a grandmother; an older adult, especially one who is seen as conservative or cautious, often used as a term of affection or familiarity
sew	v: to join, fasten, or repair two pieces of something by putting the thread through them with a needle
intern	v: to put someone in prison, especially for political or military reasons; (noun) a student or trainee who works, sometimes for free, to get work experience or to fulfill qualification criteria
assignment	n: a duty or task given to someone, usually as part of their job or studies
fixate	v: to focus one’s attention or become overly obsessed with someone or something; to become mentally obsessed or preoccupied with a particular idea, thought, or image
distance	n: the amount of space between two points, measured in units such as miles, meters, or kilometers; the extent, scope, or range between two things, such as distance or emotional distance
motivate	v: to make someone want to do something, especially something that requires tremendous work and effort
graphic	adj: relating to visual art or involving the use of diagrams or illustrations; very clear and powerful
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
industrial	adj: of or relating to or resulting from industry
software	n: a set of computer programs and associated documentation and data for doing particular computational jobs
journalist	n: a person who collects and writes news stories or articles for newspapers, magazines, radio, television, or other online media
stud	n: a small object with a head on one end and a sharp point on the other, used for fastening clothing, leather, or other materials; an animal used for breeding, typically a male horse or bull that is of superior breeding stock; (verb) to decorate or adorn with studs; to provide with studs for support
mentor	n: a person who helps and advises a younger or less experienced person over time, usually at work or school
accredit	v: to give official recognition or approval to an individual, organization, or educational institution; to attribute something to a particular source or cause
degree	n: a unit of measurement for angles, temperature, or level of proficiency or achievement; a rank or level of academic or professional attainment
biology	n: the scientific study of life and the natural processes of living things
chemistry	n: the branch of the natural sciences dealing with the composition of substances and their properties and reactions
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
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
retire	v: to withdraw from one’s position or occupation, especially because of age
industrious	adj: hardworking, diligent, and persistent in effort
spark	v: to start something or make it grow, especially suddenly; to emit a tiny piece of fire or electricity
essential	adj: indispensable; fundamental
hire	v: to give somebody a job
quote	v: to repeat or reproduce the words or statement of someone else, often acknowledging the source; to give an estimated cost or price for goods or services
magic	n: beliefs and actions employed to influence supernatural beings and forces; any art or performance that invokes supernatural powers
eradicate	v: to get rid of or destroy something completely, especially something bad
socialism	n: a political and economic theory or system that advocates for the collective ownership and control of the means of production and distribution of goods, aiming for a more equitable and just society; a system that aims to reduce economic inequalities and prioritize the welfare of the community as a whole
cave	n: a large hole in the side of a hill, cliff, mountain, or under the ground
spear	n: a weapon with a long shaft and a sharp metal point used for battle, hunting, and fishing in the past
rid	v: to make someone or something free of unwanted or unpleasant tasks, objects, or person
crisis	n: a time of great disagreement, confusion, or danger when problems must be resolved or critical decisions must be taken
quest	n: a long or challenging search for something
inappropriate	adj: not suitable or proper for a particular occasion, purpose, or person
interaction	n: the act of connecting with someone, mainly when working, playing, or spending time with them
rocket	n: a large tube-shaped object that moves very first by a stream of gases let out behind it, used for space travel or as a weapon
electronics	n: the branch of physics and technology that deals with the behavior and control of electrons and the use of electronic devices and systems
lab	n: a workplace for the conduct of scientific research; a laboratory
glue	n: a sticky substance used for joining things together; a bonding agent made from animal or synthetic materials
rub	v: to move one’s hand or an object over the surface of something with pressure
membrane	n: a soft, thin layer that forms animal or vegetable tissue
loyal	adj: giving or remaining firm and constant support to a person, institution, product, etc.;
burning	adj: intense or scorching heat
passionate	adj: showing intense emotion or strong feeling; characterized by great enthusiasm or zeal; deeply committed to a cause or belief
awful	adj: causing fear, dread, or terror; very bad or unpleasant
outcome	n: the result or effect of an action, event, etc.
poke	v: to push or prod with a sharp object or the finger
prod	v: to poke or jab with a pointed object, often to urge or encourage movement or action; to provoke or stimulate someone to take action or respond in a particular way
satisfaction	n: a pleasant feeling you have when you have fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation or have achieved something
astonished	adj: extremely surprised and upset
server	n: a computer program or a device from which other computers get information; a person who serves food in a restaurant
excite	v: to make someone feel suddenly enthusiastic or eager
extreme	adj: very great in amount or degree
flood	n: a large amount of water flowing beyond its normal limits; an overwhelming number or amount
upset	adj: causing or marked by anxiety, uneasiness, trouble, or grief; (verb) to make someone anxious, unhappy, or angry
destroy	v: to ruin or damage severely or completely; to eradicate or eliminate completely
absolute	adj: perfect or complete or to the most considerable degree possible
delight	n: a feeling of great pleasure or happiness