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Word	Meaning	Advanced
violent	adj: involving or caused by physical force or aggression against someone or something
epidemiology	n: the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events, including diseases, in specified populations, and the application of this study to the control of health problems
criminology	n: the scientific study of crime, criminals, and the criminal justice system encompassing a wide range of disciplines, including sociology, psychology, law, and statistics, among others
fragile	adj: delicate or easily broken or damaged
rip	v: to tear something or be torn violently or suddenly
conflict	n: a strong disagreement, argument, or a violent clash between two opposing groups or individuals
insidious	adj: tending to entrap or beguile unawares; working or spreading in a hidden and usually harmful way
combination	n: a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities
smuggle	v: to import or export something or someone without paying appropriate customs duties, often illegally
warlord	n: a military leader who has gained control over a region or territory, typically through force or intimidation; a commander of an army or group of soldiers who operates outside the control of a legitimate government
cadaver	n: a dead body, especially one used for scientific study or medical research
guinea	n: a former British gold coin worth 21 shillings or a unit of currency used in some West African countries; (Guinea) a republic in western Africa on the Atlantic
planet	n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star
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
instability	n: the state of being unstable or uncertain and likely to change suddenly
norm	n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard
geography	n: a field of science devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of the Earth
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
grip	n: the act of holding onto something firmly with your hands, or the ability to do so; (verb) to hold fast or firmly
migrate	v: to move from one country or region to another and settle there; to move from one place to another periodically or seasonally
metropole	n: the main hub or central city of a country or region; the principal city or urban center of a metropolitan area or a colony
countryside	n: rural areas or regions outside of cities and urban centers often characterized by open fields, farmland, forests, and countryside scenery
megacity	n: a huge city, especially with a population of more than 10 million people
conversation	n: an informal talk between two or more people to exchange their views, ideas, information, etc.
dominate	v: to have or control a lot of power and influence over somebody or something
historic	adj: famous or significant in history, or potentially so
enthusiast	n: a person having a strong liking for something
triumph	n: a great victory or achievement
creative	adj: relating to or involving the use of skill and original and unusual ideas to create something
accelerate	v: to make something faster or earlier; to cause to develop or progress more quickly
infrastructure	n: the basic systems, services, or features that are necessary for an organization or country, such as transport and power supplies
stretch	v: to make or be capable of making anything longer or broader without hurting or breaking
governance	n: the act or process of governing or managing a political, social, or economic entity; the systems or principles that guide such processes
aspiration	n: a strong desire to achieve something; the action or process of drawing breath
diplomat	n: a person appointed by a government to conduct diplomacy (= the management of relationships between countries) with one or more other countries or international organizations
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
specialize	v: to become an expert in a specific career field, study, or business
define	v: to state or explain precisely the nature, scope, or meaning of something
disorder	n: an untidy state or a lack of organization; a physical condition or illness that causes problems with how a section of the body or brain functions
warfare	n: the use of military force to achieve political, economic, or social objectives
humanitarian	adj: something relating to the promotion of human welfare or someone who works to promote human welfare
concentration	n: the ability to focus all your time and energy on one thing without thinking about anything else.
eradicate	v: to get rid of or destroy something completely, especially something bad
poverty	n: the condition of being extremely poor
universal	adj: existing or affecting everywhere or everyone
healthcare	n: the organized activity or business of preserving mental and physical health by preventing or treating illness through services offered by the health profession
climate	n: the weather in a particular location averaged over some long period
shanty	n: a small, crudely built, usually temporary house or dwelling; often used to describe a rough or inexpensive structure
slum	n: a heavily populated urban area characterized by poor, run-down housing and infrastructure, often associated with poverty and social neglect
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
fragility	n: the quality of being easily broken, damaged, or destroyed; the state of being delicate or vulnerable
lethal	adj: causing or capable of causing death; extremely dangerous
peaceful	adj: not involving violence, conflict, or war
intensify	v: to increase or make something increase in extent or strength
frequency	n: an ordered array of colors into which a light beam can be split
ghastly	adj: causing great horror or fear; shockingly unpleasant or bad
horrific	adj: causing horror or disgust; gruesome and terrifying
represent	v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute
relative	adj: considered and evaluated through comparison with something else
blip	n: a sudden and small, and typically temporary, change or deviation from a general trend
upward	adv: toward the top or highest point, or a higher position or level; (adjective) extending or moving toward a higher place
secular	adj: not connected with religious or spiritual matters; worldly
decline	v: to become gradually smaller, fewer, worse, etc.; to refuse to accept
dramatic	adj: very sudden, very excellent, or full of action and excitement
reduction	n: a decrease in size, amount, or degree
homicide	n: the act or instance of killing another person; murder, manslaughter, or other unlawful violent killings
incredible	adj: unbelievable; enormous
murder	n: the crime of killing somebody intentionally
extraordinary	adj: exceptional, unexpected, very unusual; surpassing the ordinary or usual
unheralded	adj: not previously announced, recognized, or celebrated; not receiving any publicity or acclaim; not given advance notice or warning
accomplishment	n: the successful completion of a task or goal; an ability that has been acquired by training
excite	v: to make someone feel suddenly enthusiastic or eager
scourge	n: a person or thing that causes great suffering or destruction; (verb) to punish someone severely
zone	n: a specific area, region, or section that is marked off or defined in some way
reconfigure	v: to change the configuration or arrangement of something, often to improve its performance or functionality
topography	n: the arrangement and physical features of a particular area or region, including its natural and artificial elements and their relative positions and elevations; the study or description of this arrangement and these features
AI	n: (abbreviation for artificial intelligence) the theory and development of computer systems capable of doing activities that would ordinarily need human intelligence, such as object recognition, speech recognition, decision-making, and language translation
spike	n: a narrow, thin, pointed piece of metal, wood, etc.; a sudden large increase in the magnitude or concentration of something
dominance	n: the state or quality of being the most powerful or influential person or group
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
urban	adj: relating to or located in a town or city
demographic	n: a statistic characterizing that describes people or groups of people based on their age, sex, income, etc.
reverse	v: to change something’s direction, order, position, decision, etc., to the opposite one; (adjective) directed or moving toward the rear
virtually	adv: almost completely
expansion	n: the process of becoming larger or more extensive, or the result of this process
urbanization	n: the process of population growth and physical expansion of cities, often involving increased migration from rural areas and the development of urban infrastructure and culture
equitable	adj: fair and impartial; treating everyone fairly
vast	adj: enormous in size, number, amount, or quantity
demography	n: the study of the statistics of human populations, such as size, growth, density, distribution, and vital statistics
necessarily	adv: in an essential manner; in such a way as could not be otherwise
density	n: the quality of compactness of a substance
predict	v: to state beforehand that something will happen in the future, mainly based on knowledge or experience
metropolis	n: a large and densely populated city, typically the most important city or the capital of a country or region; a major center of commerce, culture, and activity
turbo	n: (short for “turbocharger”) a device or system that increases the power or performance of an engine or vehicle, typically by using compressed air or gas to increase combustion
hustle	v: to cause someone to move quickly by pushing them in a rough, aggressive way
bustle	v: to move or act energetically and noisily; (noun) a rapid active commotion
quarter	n: one of four equal parts; a fourth part or portion
interval	n: a period between two events or times; a short break or pause
medium	adj: of a size, amount, or level that is average or intermediate; (noun) a means or instrumentality for storing or communicating information
bulge	v: to protrude or extend outward
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
mortality	n: the quality or state of being subject to death
proportion	n: a part, share, or amount of something considered in comparative relation to a whole
wealth	n: a large amount of money, property, or other things that someone or an organization owns
alto	n: the second-highest vocal range in choral music, typically sung by the second-highest singers in a choir; a type of saxophone
steroid	n: any of several organic compounds that are produced in the body and have important physiological effects and affect the development and growth of sex organs
ditto	adv: used to indicate that the same thing mentioned previously is true again; in the same way; (noun) a symbol that means “the same as above” or “repeat,” often used in lists or tables to indicate that a previous item or value should be repeated
combine	v: to join or merge to form a single thing or group
unemployed	adj: not having a job, although able to work
propose	v: to make a proposal, declare a plan for something
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
correlate	v: to have a connection or relationship in which one thing affects or depends on another
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
structure	n: the way of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts, or a complex thing constructed of many parts
unruly	adj: difficult or impossible to manage or control; disobedient; disorderly
cavort	v: to leap or dance about in a playful or lively manner; to engage in boisterous or unrestrained behavior
possibility	n: a chance that something may happen or be true
sprinkler	n: a device that sprays water over a large area used especially for watering crops or gardens or for firefighting
alcohol	n: a clear liquid that can make people drunk and is used in medicines, cleaning products, etc.
firework	n: a device that produces a colorful display of light and sound when it is ignited
implication	n: something that is inferred or indirectly stated; the act or fact of being involved in something
disconcert	v: to cause confusion, uncertainty, or embarrassment in someone; to make someone feel uneasy or uncertain
shave	v: to remove body hair with a razor; to cut the price of something
uneducated	adj: lacking knowledge or education
employ	v: to give somebody a job and pay them for it; to make use of
doom	n: death, destruction, or some other terrible situation that cannot be avoided
gloom	n: a state of darkness, sadness, or melancholy; a feeling of depression or lack of hope; a state of obscurity or uncertainty
hub	n: the central or main part of a particular place, activity, network, etc.; the central part of a car wheel, fan, propeller, etc., through which the shaft or axle passes
innovation	n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation
dynamism	n: the quality of being characterized by continuous change, activity, and progress; energy or forcefulness in movement or action
prosperity	n: the state of being successful and having the good fortune
excitement	n: a feeling of great enthusiasm and eagerness
mention	v: to speak or write about something or someone briefly
digital	adj: processing or storing information as a succession of 1 and 0 to show that a signal is present or missing; relating to the use of computer technology, especially the internet
savvy	n: the condition of being aware of and able to deal with a situation effectively; (adjective) having knowledge and understanding of a particular subject or activity
technological	adj: based on scientific and industrial progress
divide	v: to separate or cause to separate into parts or groups
separate	v: to force, take, or pull apart; mark as different
shrink	v: to become smaller, or to make something smaller in size or amount
dual	adj: having two parts, aspects, or elements
enforcement	n: the act of ensuring that rules, regulations, or laws are obeyed or implemented; the act of applying force or pressure to compel compliance with rules or laws
anticipate	v: to expect or predict that something will happen; to tell in advance
criminal	n: a person who has committed a crime
scenario	n: a description of possible actions or events in the future; a written outline of a play, film, or literary work
individual	n: a single person or thing, as distinct from a group
privacy	n: someone’s right to keep their personal matters and relationships not watched or interrupted by other people
innovate	v: to introduce new methods, ideas, or products
engaging	adj: attracting, pleasant, or charming
protest	n: a strong expression of disagreement, disapproval, or opposition
revolution	n: a large-scale attempt to overthrow the government of a country, often using violence or war;
gang	n: a group of people who organize and engage in criminal activity
colonize	v: to establish a colony in or on a specific place; to settle or occupy in large numbers
cyberspace	n: the electronic space where computer-mediated communication and interactions occur often used to refer to the internet or virtual reality environments
cartel	n: a group of businesses or organizations that join together to control the production and distribution of a particular product or service, often to limit competition and increase profits
hijack	v: to seize control of an airplane or other vehicle during an operation, especially with violence
recruit	v: to persuade someone to work for a company; to find new members for an organization, the armed forces, etc.
coerce	v: to force, pressure, or compel someone to do something against their will or better judgment; to use threatening or intimidating tactics to persuade someone to comply with one’s demands
intimidate	v: to make someone fearful or uneasy so that they will do something that you want them to do
virtual	adj: being actually such in almost every respect; existing in essence or effect though not in actual fact
sketch	n: a simple, quickly-made picture that does not have many details; a short descriptive summary of something
moving	adj: causing strong emotions or feelings, especially sadness or sympathy
dynamic	adj: having a lot of energy, ideas, and enthusiasm, and a strong personality; of or relating to dynamics (= the branch of physics and engineering concerned with the forces that cause motions of bodies)
complexity	n: the state or quality of being complicated or intricate and difficult to understand
inequality	n: the unfairness of a society in which some people have more opportunity, money, etc. than others; (mathematics) relation between two values when they are different
impunity	n: exemption or freedom from punishment or harm; a state of being immune to negative consequences or legal accountability
stark	adj: empty, simple, or apparent; devoid of any qualifications
dilemma	n: a situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more options, especially that are equally unfavorable ones
thrive	v: to grow vigorously; to make steady progress
stumble	v: to miss a step and fall or nearly fall; to walk unsteadily
backward	adv: at, to, or toward the direction or place that is behind or rear
twin	n: either of two children born at the same time from the same mother
kick-start	v: to start something by providing an initial burst of energy or enthusiasm
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
collaboration	n: the act or situation of working together to create or produce something
collaborate	v: to work with someone else to produce or achieve something
incubate	v: to keep warm and protected, especially to hatch eggs; to develop and nurture
cease	v: to stop an action or event
truce	n: a cessation or suspension of hostilities between warring parties, usually for a specified period, as a treaty, armistice, or other agreement
spot	n: a particular location or place; a small round or roundish area, differing in color or feels from the surface around it
locate	v: to specify or determine the exact position of someone or something
fundamental	adj: forming an essential base or core from which everything else develops or is affected
reform	n: the act of improving or correcting something that is wrong or bad; a change made to correct a flaw or problem
tragic	adj: causing great sadness or suffering; very unfortunate
valor	n: courage or bravery, especially in the face of danger or adversity; heroic qualities or actions
stigmatize	v: to accuse, condemn, or openly or formally consider somebody or something as not deserving respect
involve	v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else
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
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
inclusive	adj: including much or everything, and especially including stated limits; not excluding any of the people, things, ideas, etc. involved in something
livable	adj: capable of being lived in comfortably and sustainably; suitable for human habitation
cohesion	n: the act or state of keeping or sticking together
mobility	n: the ability to move or be moved freely or easily from one place, job, or social class to another
segregation	n: the act or process of separating or isolating people, things, or groups based on race, gender, religion, social class, or other characteristics; a political or social system that enforces such separation or isolation
exclusion	n: the act of keeping someone or something out or preventing them from participating in or being part of something
deliberately	adv: done in an intentional or slow and careful manner
invest	v: to put money, effort, time, etc. into something to make a profit or achieve a result
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
cable	n: a set of wires covered by plastic or rubber that carries electricity, phone signals, etc.; a solid thick rope made of twisted hemp or steel wire
transport	n: a system for moving people or products from one location to another using automobiles, roads, and so on
enormous	adj: extremely large or great
peril	n: serious and great danger or risk
analytics	n: the systematic computational analysis of data or statistics; information resulting from this analysis
crowdsourcing	n: the practice of obtaining needed services, ideas, or content by enlisting the services of a large number of people, either paid or unpaid, typically via the internet
inevitable	adj: certain to happen and unavoidable
folk	n: people in general, especially those of a particular group or type
opportune	adj: suitable or happening at a time that is suitable or convenient for a particular purpose
lifetime	n: the duration of someone’s life or something’s existence;