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Word	Meaning	Advanced
accidentally	adv: by chance or without planning
incendiary	adj: intended to cause fires, arson, or combustible materials; capable of causing a fire
viral	adj: relating to or caused by a virus
propel	v: to move, drive or push something forward or in a particular direction, often with a lot of force
overnight	adj: lasting for or occurring during one night; occurring or changing extremely quickly or suddenly; happening or being achieved in a short amount of time
stardom	n: the status or quality of being famous, especially for being an actor, a singer, etc.
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
tragedy	n: an event or situation causing great loss, misfortune, or destruction; a play or literature that deals with a severe and sad event and often ends with the death of the main character
crazy	adj: stupid or not sensible; very angry
influence	n: the ability to affect someone’s or something’s character, growth, or behavior, or the effect itself
exposure	n: the state of being in a particular situation or place where there is no protection from or guarantee to something harmful; the disclosure of something secret
quantum	n: the smallest amount or unit of something, especially (electromagnetic) energy
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
divisive	adj: tending to cause disagreement or hostility between people
articulate	v: to express oneself clearly and effectively in spoken or written language
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
lightning	n: a flash, or several flashes, of light that accompanies an electric discharge in the atmosphere, or something resembling such a flash
rod	n: a long, thin, straight piece of wood, metal, or other material used for support, as a weapon, or for punishment
survivor	n: a person who remains alive after an event in which others have died
brutality	n: the quality or state of being cruel or savage
topic	n: a subject that is being discussed or written about
furor	n: a state of great excitement, public outrage, or public anger over something
viewpoint	n: a way of thinking about a specific subject; a place from which something can be viewed, especially in an area of natural beauty
overwhelming	adj: very great or intense; so powerful that you cannot fight or react against it
utopian	adj: ideal and perfect; relating to or resembling a utopia (= an ideal and perfect society)
propaganda	n: information, ideas, or claims spread to influence public opinion or promote a particular cause or ideology
dump	v: to deposit or dispose of something, such as trash, waste, etc., carelessly or hurriedly
span	n: the entire length of something, such as time or space from beginning to end; the amount of space that something covers
globe	n: the earth or world, mainly used to emphasize its vastness
magical	adj: produced by or containing supernatural powers
superhighway	n: a large, wide road designed for high-speed traffic
demon	n: an evil spirit, supernatural being or entity often depicted as malevolent or harmful
amplify	v: to enhance something, particularly sound or brightness
phenomenon	n: something that exists and can be perceptible, especially one that is not fully understood
troll	n: a person who makes inflammatory or off-topic posts on the internet; a supernatural creature often portrayed as a giant or dwarf that lives in isolated areas; (verb) to fish by dragging a baited line through the water behind a boat
beneath	adv: in or to a lower place than someone or something
memo	n: a short written message or communication intended for internal use within an organization or company
enlightenment	n: education that results in understanding and the spread of knowledge
racial	adj: of or related to the race (= classification of humans into groups based on physical traits or social relations)
slur	v: to speak about someone or something in a way that is insulting, derogatory, or libelous; to damage or smear a person’s reputation by making false or defamatory statements
anonymity	n: the condition of being anonymous or unidentified; the state of not revealing one’s name, identity, or other personal information
hood	n: a covering for the head and neck, especially one attached to a garment
creative	adj: relating to or involving the use of skill and original and unusual ideas to create something
navigate	v: to plan and direct the way that a ship, plane, etc. will travel, often by using a map
traumatic	adj: relating to or caused by injury, especially emotional injury
timeline	n: a series of events arranged in chronological order and displayed along a line, usually drawn left to right or top to bottom
mention	v: to speak or write about something or someone briefly
engage	v: to attract and keep someone’s attention and interest; to participate in or obtain services of something
epic	n: a long and eventful or heroic history, story, poem, or film; (adjective) very imposing or impressive
sect	n: a group of people who follow a particular religious or philosophical belief system, especially one that is regarded as outside the norm or mainstream
brain	n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling
suppose	v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible
moron	n: (offensive and derogatory term) a person who is considered very foolish, stupid, or lacking intelligence or common sense
misinformation	n: information that is false or inaccurate, or the act of giving wrong information, especially deliberately
argument	n: a set of statements or reasons used to support or refute a proposition or theory; a verbal or physical fight or dispute
alternative	n: one of two or more available possibilities or choice
universe	n: everything that exists, especially all physical matter, including planets, stars, galaxies, and all other forms of matter and energy
gravity	n: the force that attracts a body towards the center of the earth or towards any other physical body having mass; a manner that is solemn
echo	n: a sound heard after being reflected off a surface, such as a wall or a cliff
chamber	n: a large room used for a formal, public, or particular purpose; one of the parts of a parliament
algorithm	n: a set of rules or rigorous instructions typically used to solve a specific problem or to perform a computation
worldview	n: a particular philosophy or cognitive orientation of life or conception of the world
liberal	adj: willing to respect or allow many different types of beliefs or behavior; open-minded
hop	v: to jump lightly and quickly on one foot or both feet; to move rapidly from one place to another; to travel using an aircraft, bus, etc.
dimension	n: a measurable extent of a particular kind, such as width, height, or length
doorway	n: an opening in a wall for a door to fit into
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
necessarily	adv: in an essential manner; in such a way as could not be otherwise
footprint	n: a mark of a foot, shoe, or animal’s foot left on a surface
undercover	adj: carried out or conducted in secret, with one’s true identity or purpose concealed; disguised, incognito
practical	adj: of or connected with actual use or real situation rather than with theory and ideas
emotional	adj: relating to people’s feelings
daunting	adj: looking challenging to manage in prospect; making someone anxious and less confident about carrying out something
racist	adj: characterized by or showing discrimination or prejudice against people of other races; (noun) a person with a prejudiced belief that one racial group is superior to others
vitriolic	adj: bitter, acidic, or harsh in tone or language; expressing intense and vehement hatred or criticism; pertains to or derived from vitriol (= an archaic name for certain sulfates, initially used to describe sulfuric acid)
inoculate	v: to introduce a vaccine into the body to produce immunity to a specific disease
immune	adj: protected against a particular disease or toxin due to the presence of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells
react	v: to take action in response to something
supremacy	n: the state, condition, or position of being superior to all others in authority, power, or status
lurk	v: to wait somewhere secretly, especially because you are about to attack someone or do something bad or illegal
infiltrate	v: to enter or penetrate a group, organization, or place covertly or secretly, usually with a specific purpose or goal in mind; to spread or diffuse through something gradually or subtly
infamous	adj: having a reputation for being very bad or wicked
alt-right	n: (abbreviation for “alternative right”) a political movement or group characterized by extreme conservative, nationalist, or authoritarian beliefs, often associated with white supremacy or xenophobic attitudes
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
doppelganger	n: a person who closely resembles or is a double of another person, often used to describe an uncanny similarity in appearance between two individuals
sci-fi	n: (informal for science fiction) a genre of speculative fiction typically deals with space travel, life on other planets, time travel, etc.
hero	n: a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities; a character in literature or history who is central to the plot and who exhibits heroic qualities
confederate	n: a person who is allied or associated with another person or group, especially in a political or military context; a supporter of the Confederate States of America
makeup	n: colored substances used on someone’s face to improve or change their appearance
fake	adj: not genuine; fraudulent or counterfeit
id	n: a part of the psyche that represents the unconscious desires and instincts of an individual; in psychoanalytic theory, it is believed to be the most basic and primal part of the human psyche; (also ID, short for identification) a document or card that proves a person’s identity, such as a driver’s license, passport, or national ID card
Renaissance	n: a new growth in activity or enthusiasm in anything, particularly art, literature, or music
vanguard	n: the leading or forefront position in a movement, campaign, or trend; a person or group that is at the forefront of something new or innovative
alliance	n: a partnership or association formed for mutual benefit, particularly between nations or organizations.
bemoan	v: to express regret or disappointment about; to lament
bait	n: a type of food or lure used to attract fish, animals, or people; something used to provoke or irritate someone into responding or reacting in a certain way
sentimental	adj: connected with or resulting from someone’s emotions, rather than reason or realism
exhilarating	adj: making one feel very happy and lively; invigorating; providing a feeling of excitement or thrill
goofy	adj: silly or foolish
outdoors	adv: in or into the open air; outside a building or structure
hunt	v: to go after and try to catch wild animals to kill them for food, sport, or profit
nerd	n: a person who is very interested in and knowledgeable about a particular subject such as computers, mathematics, chess, etc.
plethora	n: an overabundance or excess of something; a state of having too much of something
luminary	n: a person who is an exceptional and influential figure in a particular field or industry; a source of light, such as a celestial body or an artificial light
fuel	n: a substance that is typically burned to generate heat or energy
wholesale	n: the sale of goods in large quantities, typically for resale by retailers; of or relating to goods or services that are sold in large quantities, typically for resale by retailers or other intermediaries
demonize	v: to portray or represent someone or something as evil or wicked, often to create fear or hostility towards them
pale	adj: having skin that is very light colored; lacking in vitality or interest or effectiveness
penis	n: the male sexual organ; a reproductive organ involved in sexual intercourse and urination in males
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
offensive	adj: rude in a way that causes someone to feel anger, annoyance, or resentment; for the purpose of attack rather than defense
millennial	adj: relating to a period of a thousand years or the year 2000; (noun) a person born between the early 1980s and the late 1990s, also called Generation Y
lifetime	n: the duration of someone’s life or something’s existence;
diet	n: the food and drink that a person, animal, or community eats and drinks regularly; a legislative assembly in certain countries, for example, Japan
brand	n: a type of product, service, etc., made by a particular company and sold under a specific name; identification mark on the skin of livestock, criminals, etc., made by burning
hell-bent	adj: characterized by an unyielding determination to achieve a particular goal or outcome, regardless of the potential consequences or obstacles
severely	adv: very badly or seriously
contextualize	v: to place or understand something within a specific context or framework; to consider the circumstances, background, or cultural setting that provide meaning or significance to something
associate	v: to mentally connect someone or something with someone or something else
fertile	adj: capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops; intellectually productive
landscape	n: an expanse of scenery that can be seen in a single view; a large area of land, especially in the country and relating to its appearance
rebrand	v: to change the branding or image of a product, service, or organization to attract a new target market or improve recognition and profitability
debunk	v: to expose or dismiss as false, exaggerated, or worthless
scream	v: to give a loud, high shout suddenly, especially because of fear, anger, excitement, etc.; to utter or declare in a very loud voice
subtext	n: an underlying and often implicit meaning or message conveyed in a work of art, literature, or conversation; the unspoken thoughts, emotions, or motivations that may be suggested or hinted at through the actions, behaviors, or words of characters or speakers
resonate	v: to be filled with a deep echoing sound
defend	v: to protect someone or something from attack, criticism, danger, etc.
attempt	n: an act or effort of trying to do something, especially something difficult
apologize	v: to express regret for committing wrongdoing or causing a problem
portray	v: to depict or describe someone or something in a painting, film, book, or other artistic work
thug	n: a violent or criminal individual, especially one who is part of a group or gang
gang	n: a group of people who organize and engage in criminal activity
menace	n: a person or thing that is likely to cause harm or danger; a threat or perceived threat
unexpected	adj: not anticipated or regarded as likely to happen
compassion	n: a strong feeling of sympathy and sadness for another’s suffering or bad luck
historic	adj: famous or significant in history, or potentially so
accident	n: an unfortunate event, especially one causing damage or injury
perspective	n: a confident attitude toward something; a particular style of thinking about something
gutsy	adj: displaying courage, determination, or boldness; characterized by a willingness to take risks or face challenges
infinite	adj: unlimited or very great; impossible to measure
olive	n: a small green or black fruit with a bitter taste that is eaten or used to produce oil or a tree on which this fruit grows
branch	n: a division of a tree or woody shrub that grows out from the trunk or a main stem; a division of some larger or more complex organization
extend	v: to broaden in scope, range, or area
planet	n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star
conservative	adj: holding traditional views and values and opposed to change or innovation
heaven	n: (of various religious and mythological traditions) a place or state of existence considered to be the abode of the divine, the afterlife, or a higher realm of being; a state of great happiness, contentment, or beauty
forbid	v: to order somebody not to do something, especially officially; to keep something from happening or arising
label	n: a small piece of paper, fabric, or other material attached to an object and giving information about it; (verb) to assign to a category
genocide	n: the intentional killing of a large group of people, especially those of a particular ethnic group or nation
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
wipe	v: to clean or dry something by rubbing with a piece of cloth or paper or one’s hand and removing dirt, food, or liquid
crack	v: to break or cause to break without dividing into separate parts; (noun) a line on the surface of something along which it has separated without breaking
violent	adj: involving or caused by physical force or aggression against someone or something
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
incarceration	n: the state of being confined in prison or jail
gentrify	v: to renovate, revitalize, or develop a deteriorated, predominantly urban area, often leading to the displacement of low-income or minority residents and the influx of more affluent residents and businesses
buddy	n: a close friend; a partner, especially one of a pair or team
human-made	adj: created or produced by humans; artificial
precious	adj: uncommon and extremely valuable
ethnic	adj: relating or belonging to a group of people who share a cultural tradition
feat	n: a notable or impressive achievement, especially one that requires great skill or bravery
expendable	adj: able to be consumed, used up, or sacrificed without consequence; dispensable or disposable; unnecessary or redundant
aim	v: to try or plan to get or achieve something
identity	n: the fact of being who or what somebody or something is; the features, emotions, or ideas that distinguish persons from one another
latch	n: a device for holding a door or gate closed, typically a sliding bar or bolt
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
embrace	v: to accept something willingly and enthusiastically; (noun) the act of clasping another person in the arms as in greeting or affection
curiosity	n: a strong desire to know or learn about something
progressive	adj: relating to or supporting development or advancement, especially social or political one
trap	n: a piece of equipment or hole for catching animals or people; (verb) to catch animals or people and prevent them from escaping
recycle	v: to sort and collect things to process them and produce valuable materials that can be used again
outdated	adj: no longer useful or valid because of being old-fashioned
well-rounded	adj: having knowledge, skill, or experience in a wide range of areas or subjects; not limited or restricted to one area of expertise or focus
unfortunately	adv: by bad luck; unluckily
divide	v: to separate or cause to separate into parts or groups
advance	v: to go or move forward; to develop in a positive way
consequence	n: the outcome of a particular action or event, especially relative to an individual
tribal	adj: relating to a social group or tribe, especially a preliterate society
gadget	n: a small tool or device that is useful for a particular job
technological	adj: based on scientific and industrial progress
device	n: a piece of equipment, tool, or technology that serves a particular purpose or function, often mechanical or electronic
mastery	n: complete control or power of something to dominate or defeat; great skill or knowledge in a particular subject or activity
imbalance	n: a situation in which two or more things are not equal or equally treated
intelligence	n: the ability to learn, comprehend, or make judgments or conclusions based on reasons
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
virtue	n: high moral standards in behavior or attitudes
patience	n: the ability to remain calm and composed in the face of adversity, delay, or frustration; the capacity to tolerate or endure difficult or unpleasant situations without becoming upset or angry
forbearance	n: the act of restraining oneself from reacting or taking action, especially in a difficult or challenging situation; patience, tolerance, or self-control
blessing	n: a gift or favor from a higher power or force; an act or expression of approval, encouragement, or gratitude; something that brings happiness or good fortune
curse	n: a rude or offensive word or an expression that is not polite and shows that you are very angry
upgrade	v: to improve the value or usefulness of something such as a machine, computer system, etc., or to replace it with something newer or of a higher standard
unbeatable	adj: unable to be defeated or overcome; having no equal or rival in a particular area or field
monster	n: an imaginary creature that is large and has various human and animal parts; someone or something large and powerful
giant	adj: enormous; much bigger or more important than similar items usually are
heel	n: the rounded back part of the foot below the ankle; someone who is morally reprehensible; (verb) to follow someone or something
overcome	v: to succeed in controlling or dealing with something, such as a problem or difficulty; to defeat or overwhelm someone
courageous	adj: able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching
conversation	n: an informal talk between two or more people to exchange their views, ideas, information, etc.
folk	n: people in general, especially those of a particular group or type
virtual	adj: being actually such in almost every respect; existing in essence or effect though not in actual fact
symbol	n: something visible that is used to represent something else
representation	n: the act of speaking, acting, or being present on behalf of someone officially; a statement of facts and reasons made in appealing or protesting
chip	n: a small fragment of something broken off from the whole; a long and thin piece of potato fried in oil or fat
laptop	n: a portable computer that is small enough to be carried around easily and used on your lap
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
divert	v: to change the course or direction of something, often away from a specific path or target; to entertain or amuse someone, often to distract them from a problem or concern; to appropriate something for a different purpose
mentor	n: a person who helps and advises a younger or less experienced person over time, usually at work or school
homeless	adj: without a home, and therefore typically living on the streets
severe	adj: extremely serious or bad in feeling, manner, or strict and harsh; extremely strong or vigorous
felon	n: a person convicted of a serious crime; an offender of the most serious kind
barber	n: a person who cuts men’s hair and shaves beards as a profession; a shop or establishment where such services are offered
dissect	v: to cut into pieces to study the structure of something in detail
controversial	adj: causing a lot of hot public discussion and dispute
flip	v: to turn over into a different position quickly; to throw or toss with a light motion
broadcast	v: to send out a program or some information on radio or television
paradox	n: a statement, situation, or person that has two opposite facts or features and therefore seems impossible, is difficult to understand, or is strange;
immigrant	n: a person who has come to a country where they were not born to live there permanently
hack	v: to hit and cut somebody or something roughly and violently; to find a bug in a computer program and break into their systems or networks
barrier	n: a fence or other obstruction that makes it hard to move or get in; any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective
gateway	n: an entrance, door, or other openings that lead to a larger space, particularly one that serves as an entry point or access point to a larger area or system; a route, means, or method used to gain access to or acquire something
conscious	adj: being aware of and able to respond to what is happening around you
evolution	n: a gradual process of transformation of living things
terribly	adv: very badly; to a great extent or very much
dialogue	n: a conversation in a book, play, or film
diversified	adj: characterized by diversity or variety; having different forms or types