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Word	Meaning	Advanced
pare	v: to trim or cut away the outer edges or excess of something, often about physical objects or figurative concepts; to reduce or simplify something to its most essential or crucial elements
outskirt	n: the part of a town or city away from the center, typically the suburbs; the fringe or border of something.
unrelenting	adj: not easing or slackening in intensity; persistent and unwavering in pursuit of a goal
pound	n: the standard unit of money in the UK; the standard unit of weight equal to 16 ounces
scholar	n: professor; a person who studies a topic in considerable depth, particularly in a university
bullet	n: a metal projectile that is shot from a gun
fundamentalist	n: a person who adheres strictly to the basic principles of any subject or discipline
assassin	n: a person who murders a prominent or well-known person for political reasons or in exchange for money
provoke	v: to stimulate or give rise to a particular reaction or have a particular effect
salvation	n: preservation or deliverance from harm, ruin, or loss
denounce	v: to speak out against; to strongly criticize something or someone
advocate	n: a person who supports or suggests an idea, development, or way of doing something
biology	n: the scientific study of life and the natural processes of living things
eject	v: to force someone to put out or leave a particular place or position
identify	v: to recognize someone or something and say or prove who or what they are
terrify	v: to frighten someone very much
tide	n: the cyclical rise and fall of sea level caused by the moon’s gravitational pull
extremism	n: the holding of extreme political or religious views; actions or beliefs that fall outside of what is considered acceptable or reasonable
claim	v: to assert that something is true; to demand or request something as one’s own; to lay legal or moral right to something; (noun) a demand or assertion of a right or something that one believes to be true
ridiculous	adj: very silly or unreasonable and deserving to be laughed at
fatwa	n: a religious ruling or legal opinion, typically issued by an Islamic scholar or authority figure, guiding various aspects of life, including personal conduct, morality, and social issues
doe	n: a mature female of mammals of which the male is called a buck, such as a deer or a rabbit
untold	adj: not yet revealed or known; not having been counted or measured
heritage	n: the culture and traditions that are passed down from previous generations
peaceful	adj: not involving violence, conflict, or war
attendant	n: a person who is employed to provide a service or perform tasks, often in a public place, such as a flight attendant, parking attendant, or hospital attendant
motto	n: a phrase or slogan that expresses a guiding principle or goal
subsequent	adj: happening or occurring later or after something else
murder	n: the crime of killing somebody intentionally
harsh	adj: severe and unkind; extremely tough and unpleasant to inhabit
terrorism	n: the use of violence to attain political or religious goals or to compel a government to act
resort	n: a place where many people go for rest, sport, or another stated purpose; (verb) to turn to or take a course of action, especially an extreme or undesirable one, to resolve a difficult circumstance
torture	n: the act of causing intense pain or suffering to someone to punish them, extract information from them, or for some other reason
disappear	v: to cease to exist or be visible
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
largely	adv: virtually entirely; to a large degree
ignore	v: to intentionally not listen or pay attention to
fin	n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance
peasant	n: a farmer or agricultural worker who owns or rents a small piece of land and grows crops, especially in a traditional or undeveloped society
flee	v: to leave by running away, especially out of fear or danger
intellect	n: the ability to think logically and comprehend information, especially at an advanced level
refuse	v: to show that one is not willing to do or accept something
criticism	n: the act of analyzing, evaluating, or judging something, especially literary or artistic work, to find fault with it or to offer suggestions for improvement; the expression of disapproval or censure
government	n: the group of people with authority to control a country or state
entitle	v: to give someone the right to have or do something; to give a title to someone or something
precedent	n: a previous event or action that serves as an example or rule to authorize or justify similar events or actions in the future
ancestor	n: a person from whom one is descended; a forefather
struggle	v: to make a great effort to do something when it is difficult, or there are a lot of problems; to use force or violence to break away from restraint or constriction
overlook	v: to fail to notice something; to watch over someone; to provide a view from above
jihad	n: a concept in Islam referring to a struggle or effort, often internal, to uphold or defend the faith, which can be interpreted in different ways, including as a spiritual or political struggle
unarmed	adj: without weapons or arms; not carrying any form of weapon or ammunition, or engaging in physical conflict with weapons
defy	v: to challenge or dare someone to do something; to resist or disobey a rule, decision, etc.
militant	n: willing to use force or violence to achieve a political or social goal
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
condone	v: to overlook, forgive, or show approval for an action or behavior that is wrong or disapproved of
inherent	adj: existing in something as a permanent, essential, or characteristic attribute
violent	adj: involving or caused by physical force or aggression against someone or something
legitimate	adj: accordant with or allowed by law; lawful
grievance	n: a real or imagined cause for complaint or protest, especially regarding an unfair or unjust treatment
staunch	adj: firmly loyal and devoted, unyielding or resolute
opponent	n: a person against whom you are playing or fighting in a game, competition, debate, etc.
victim	n: a person who has been harmed, injured, or otherwise negatively affected by a particular action, circumstance, or event
perpetrator	n: a person who carries out a harmful or illegal act, particularly one that involves violence or deception
accord	n: an official agreement or treaty between two organizations, countries, etc.; (verb) allow to have
survey	n: an investigation of the opinions, behavior, etc. of a particular group of people, made by asking people questions
Arabic	n: the Semitic language of the Arab people, widely spoken throughout the Middle East and North Africa; of or relating to Arab peoples, culture, or language
toll	n: money that you have to pay to use a particular road, bridge, etc.; (verb) to ring slowly
vast	adj: enormous in size, number, amount, or quantity
cite	v: to refer to something such as a passage, book, etc. as evidence for a theory or as a reason why something has happened
definition	n: a concise explanation of the meaning of a word, phrase, or symbol
sociologist	n: a person who studies the institutions and development of human society
religion	n: a deep conviction in a supernatural power that controls human destiny
tradition	n: a belief, custom, or way of doing something that has been passed down from generation to generation within a group or society
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
extreme	adj: very great in amount or degree
context	n: the circumstances, facts, or conditions that surround a particular event, situation, or statement and that give it meaning
manipulate	v: to influence or control something or someone to your advantage, often in an unfair or dishonest way
achieve	v: to successfully complete a task or goal, often through hard work, perseverance, and dedication; to attain or accomplish something that one has set out to do
aim	v: to try or plan to get or achieve something
politic	adj: wise and displaying the ability to make reasonable decisions
theology	n: the study of the nature of God and religious belief
monolith	n: a large, single upright block of stone, especially one shaped into a pillar or monument; something that is very large, solid, and uniform in shape or appearance
diversity	n: the quality or fact of many different types of things or people being included in something; a range of different things or people
interrelated	adj: closely connected or related to each other
nongovernmental	adj: not belonging to or controlled by a government
brotherhood	n: a relationship characterized by mutual support, unity, and camaraderie among people who share a common interest
conservative	adj: holding traditional views and values and opposed to change or innovation
relation	n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another
preserve	v: to keep or maintain a particular quality, feature, etc., especially to prevent it from decaying, being damaged, or being destroyed
adherent	n: a person who supports a particular party, person, or set of ideas; the act or state of coming or being in close contact with something
purport	v: to claim or suggest that something is true or has a particular character or quality; (noun) the intended meaning of a communication
offensive	adj: rude in a way that causes someone to feel anger, annoyance, or resentment; for the purpose of attack rather than defense
feminist	adj: describing a belief in and advocacy for achieving gender equality in social, political, and economic spheres; advocating for the rights and empowerment of women; (noun) a person who believes in and advocates for gender equality between men and women
oppose	v: to be against or in conflict with something or someone; to resist or to try to prevent something from happening
grassroots	adj: of or relating to the ordinary people in a society or an organization as constituting a fundamental political and economic group
refusal	n: the act of showing or saying that one is not willing to do or accept something
democracy	n: a form of government in which the people have the authority to deliberate and decide legislation, or to choose governing officials to do so
shout-out	n: a public expression of appreciation or acknowledgment, often given to an individual or group of people, typically used in social media, advertising, or broadcast media
violation	n: an action that breaches a law, rule, or agreement; an infringement of rights or duties
mass	n: a large amount of a substance with no definite shape or form; a large number of people or things grouped or crowded together
threaten	v: to utter intentions of injury or punishment against someone
obvious	adj: easy to see, discover or understand
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
iceberg	n: a large piece of ice floating in the sea, detached from a glacier
purveyor	n: a person or company that provides goods or services
discriminate	v: to treat a person or particular group of people worse or better than another, especially in an unfair way; to recognize or perceive the difference between people or things
curtail	v: to reduce or restrict something; to shorten or truncate; to cut short or bring to an abrupt end
define	v: to state or explain precisely the nature, scope, or meaning of something
all-out	adj: characterized by complete or maximum effort or intensity; lacking any restraint or reserve; done with great commitment or enthusiasm
discourse	n: any form of communication in speech or writing
flaw	n: a fault, mistake, or weakness that causes something not to be perfect
unfortunately	adv: by bad luck; unluckily
encounter	v: to face something, particularly something unpleasant or difficult, while attempting to do something else; to meet, especially unexpectedly
politically	adv: in a way that relates to the government or public affairs of a nation
acknowledge	v: to accept or admit the existence, reality, or truth of something; to accept that someone or something has a particular authority or quality; to express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for someone’s help, commitment, etc.;
apologize	v: to express regret for committing wrongdoing or causing a problem
unacceptably	adv: in a way that is not acceptable or satisfactory
grave	n: a place where a dead body is buried, typically marked by a headstone or other memorial; a very serious, solemn, or important matter; (verb) to carve, cut, or etch a design, inscription, or mark onto a hard surface, such as stone or metal; (adjective) serious, solemn, or weighty in nature
firm	adj: resolute or unwavering in decision-making or action; strong or secure in structure, make, or composition; reliable, trustworthy, or dependable; (noun) a business or company
stereotype	n: a fixed and unvarying idea or image that people have about what someone or something is like, but which is often not true in reality and may cause hurt and offense
confront	v: to face, meet or deal with a problem or difficult situation or person
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
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
peer	n: a person who has the same age, status, or ability
workshop	n: a place where people work, especially one where they do manual or practical work; a brief intensive course for a small group
promote	v: to encourage or persuade people to like, buy, use, do, or support something; to raise someone to a higher position or rank
threat	n: a strong indication or likelihood of harm, danger, or adverse consequences; an expression of intent to inflict harm or injury on someone or something, often made as a means of coercion or intimidation
bomb	n: a weapon that explodes and is used to kill or injure people or to cause damage to something
strike	v: to wallop somebody or something with the hand, fist, or weapon; to have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
festival	n: a celebration or event, usually marking a particular religious or cultural occasion, often involving processions, music, dancing, and the performance of plays or other artistic works
venue	n: a location or place where an event or activity takes place; a place where something happens or is performed
injury	n: harm done to a person’s or an animal’s body caused by an accident or an attack
decision	n: the act or process of making up someone’s mind about something; a choice or judgment reached after considering options
announce	v: to make something known or officially inform people about something
bow	v: to bend your knee or body, or lower your head; (noun) a weapon made of a curved piece of wood or other flexible material, strung with a cord and used to shoot arrows
simultaneously	adv: at the same time
thrill	n: a feeling of extreme and sudden excitement and pleasure; to cause someone to feel sudden intense sensation or emotion
stalwart	n: a loyal, reliable, and steadfast person, often referring to someone strong and unyielding in their support or principles; a devoted and unwavering supporter or advocate
conclude	v: to come to an end or close; to reach a judgment or opinion by reasoning
schedule	n: a list of planned activities, tasks, or things that must be completed showing when they are intended to happen or be done
sponsor	v: to provide funds for a particular event, program, individual, etc. as a way of advertising
systematic	adj: done or acting according to a determined set of systems or plans:
culminate	v: to reach a peak or climax
environment	n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live
privilege	n: a special right or advantage that only one person or group of people has, usually because they are rich and powerful in a society
grammar	n: the set of structural constraints on speakers’ or writers’ composition of clauses, phrases, and words
buffalo	n: a large wild ox with shaggy hair found in Asia and North America
breath	n: the air that is taken into and expelled from your lungs; the process of taking into and expelling air from your lungs
amazing	adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire
exhale	v: to breathe out air or vapor from the lungs or mouth; to release or emit something slowly or gently
weep	v: to cry tears because of sadness, rage, or pain
auditorium	n: a room or building used for concerts, plays, or other public performances
boom	n: a sudden increase in economic activity, or a sudden happening that brings good fortune; a deep, loud, and prolonged sound
applause	n: a demonstration of approval or praise by clapping the hands together
headline	n: a heading at the top of a newspaper or magazine story or page
chief	adj: most important or primary; (noun) a person who is in charge
prosecutor	n: a lawyer or official who conducts legal proceedings against someone accused of a crime; a person who brings a criminal case to court on behalf of the state or government
investigate	v: to conduct a systematic or formal inquiry to identify and evaluate the facts of a crime, problem, statement, etc. to establish the truth
mandate	n: an official or authoritative instruction or command; a commission or authority to carry out a particular task
surround	v: to be all around something or somebody
bodyguard	n: a person or group of people employed to protect someone, typically a public figure or a person of importance, from harm or attack
outcome	n: the result or effect of an action, event, etc.
negotiation	n: the process of discussing and reaching an agreement with others
urge	v: to spur on or encourage someone, especially by cheers and shouts; (noun) a strong desire or impulse, especially one that is difficult to control or resist
desperately	adv: in a way that shows a lack of hope and a willingness to do anything because of the problematic situation; with great urgency
troop	n: a group of soldiers, especially a large one; a group of people, animals, or things considered as a unit.
bravado	n: a bold, swaggering display of courage or confidence that is intended to impress or intimidate people, often in a way that is exaggerated or insincere
whatsoever	adv: not at all; no matter what
adequate	adj: enough, acceptable, satisfactory for a particular purpose or need
mall	n: a large, enclosed shopping center that typically contains many stores, restaurants, and other businesses
competition	n: a situation in which someone is attempting to beat or outperform another
poet	n: a person who writes poetry
pregnant	adj: having a baby or young animal developing in the uterus
fortune	n: a large amount of money or property; chance or luck as an unknown and arbitrary force affecting human affairs
recruit	v: to persuade someone to work for a company; to find new members for an organization, the armed forces, etc.
atrocity	n: brutal act; an extremely wicked or cruel act
nephew	n: a son of your brother or sister
spirit	n: the part of a person which is the seat of their mind, feelings, and character rather than their physical body; the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people
advocacy	n: the act of supporting or promoting a particular cause or point of view, often through public campaigning or lobbying
institute	n: an organization that has a specific purpose, particularly one dealing with science, education, or a particular profession; (verb) to initiate, introduce, or establish something
critic	n: someone who expresses opinions about the quality of books, music, etc.
mosque	n: a Muslim place of worship that usually has a minaret (= slender tower with balconies)
poverty	n: the condition of being extremely poor
creative	adj: relating to or involving the use of skill and original and unusual ideas to create something
sway	v: to move back and forth or side to side gently, often in response to external factors such as wind or water; to influence or persuade someone to do something; to control or dominate something
disaffection	n: a feeling of dissatisfaction or resentment towards someone or something, especially a government or system
tournament	n: a competition or series of contests involving several players or teams, leading to a final winner or winners
embrace	v: to accept something willingly and enthusiastically; (noun) the act of clasping another person in the arms as in greeting or affection
ostracize	v: to exclude someone from a group or society by general consent; to avoid speaking to or dealing with intentionally
imam	n: a religious leader of the Muslim community, especially the leader of a mosque and a community
infidel	n: a person who does not believe in a specific religion or who holds a different religious belief than the one being referred to; a derogatory term used to refer to someone who is seen as not following a particular religious faith
destroy	v: to ruin or damage severely or completely; to eradicate or eliminate completely
odds	n: the degree or probability that a particular thing will or will not happen
exposition	n: a comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory; a collection of things, such as goods or works of art, etc., for public display
extremist	n: a person who holds extreme political or religious views and who is willing to use violent or illegal methods to promote those views
hometown	n: the town or city where one was born or grew up
checkpoint	n: a designated location or point along a route or journey where travelers are required to stop and undergo a security or documentation check
optimist	n: a person who tends to expect the best in all things and to be hopeful and confident about the future
upward	adv: toward the top or highest point, or a higher position or level; (adjective) extending or moving toward a higher place
fathomable	adj: able to be understood or comprehended; able to be measured or explored to a certain depth
strength	n: the quality or state of being physically, or sometimes mentally, strong
overcome	v: to succeed in controlling or dealing with something, such as a problem or difficulty; to defeat or overwhelm someone
grief	n: a very great sadness, especially when somebody dies
defeat	v: to win against somebody in a fight, war, or attempt
ideology	n: a set of beliefs or philosophies that an economic or political system is based on
bin	n: a container, usually that has a lid and used for waste
laden	adj: heavily loaded or burdened
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
commit	v: to do something illegal or wrong
silent	adj: without any or little sound
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