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persuade | v: to convince or induce someone to do something by presenting a reason or argument; to sway or influence someone’s decision or opinion | |
engagement | n: a mutual promise to marry someone; an agreement to do something, especially at a particular time | |
engage | v: to attract and keep someone’s attention and interest; to participate in or obtain services of something | |
profoundly | adv: to a great or complete degree; deeply | |
affirm | v: to assert that something is true or real; to state positively | |
alcoholism | n: a chronic disorder characterized by dependence on alcohol and repeated excessive use of alcoholic beverages | |
depression | n: a mental condition in which a person feels very unhappy and without hope for the future; a severe recession in an economy or market | |
morphine | n: a powerful narcotic drug used to relieve pain and induce sleep | |
addiction | n: the inability to stop using or doing something as a habit, especially something harmful | |
comparison | n: the consideration or examination of the similarities between two or more people or things | |
sibling | n: a brother or sister; member of a family born to the same parents | |
president | n: the leader of a republic, for example, the US; the person in charge of the organization such as a company, university, club, etc. | |
jack | n: a mechanical device used for lifting or supporting heavy objects | |
labor | n: productive work, especially physical work done for wages; the people who do manual or physical work in a country or company for wage; (verb) to work hard or to strive and make an effort to reach a goal | |
torture | n: the act of causing intense pain or suffering to someone to punish them, extract information from them, or for some other reason | |
relieve | v: to make something burdensome, unpleasant, or painful less severe | |
relation | n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another | |
fraught | adj: causing, accompanied by, or full of anxiety, tension, or stress | |
woe | n: significant problems or troubles; great unhappiness | |
bond | n: a close emotional connection between two or more people; a certificate of debt that a government or corporation issues to raise money | |
pageantry | n: elaborate and spectacular display or ceremony, typically associated with big events and special occasions such as parades, broadcasts, or theatrical performances | |
petulance | n: the quality of being easily irritated and childishly sulky | |
bush | n: a plant growing thickly with many small branches and several stiff stems coming up from the root | |
governor | n: the person who holds the highest executive office in a state or province | |
gripe | n: a minor complaint or criticism, typically expressed in a grumbling or persistent manner; sudden, sharp pain or discomfort in the abdomen; (verb) to grumble or complain about something, often in a persistent, nagging manner | |
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 | |
responsible | adj: answerable or accountable for something within one’s power, control, or management | |
scandal | n: an action or event regarded as morally or legally wrong and causing general public outrage | |
messy | adj: disorganized and untidy | |
divorce | n: the legal dissolution of a marriage | |
abide | v: to accept or tolerate something or to act in accordance with a rule, decision, recommendation, etc.; to remain in a particular state or condition | |
spouse | n: a person’s husband, wife, or partner in marriage | |
arc | n: the shape of a portion of a circle or other curved line | |
define | v: to state or explain precisely the nature, scope, or meaning of something | |
decide | v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options | |
fuse | n: a small part in an electrical device or machinery that can interrupt the flow of electrical current when it is overloaded; (verb) to become plastic or fluid or liquefied from heat | |
cabinet | n: a piece of furniture with doors, shelves, and drawers used for storage or display; a small group of senior members of a government who act as official advisers for the President or Prime Minister | |
hotheaded | adj: easily angered or excited; prone to act impulsively or rashly without thinking things through | |
disturb | v: to interrupt someone who is trying to work, sleep, etc. | |
react | v: to take action in response to something | |
stalk | v: to follow or track someone or something closely and quietly, usually to cause harm or surveillance; to move slowly and quietly to avoid detection; (noun) the main stem of a plant that supports leaves, flowers, and fruit; the stem or main axis of a support structure or framework | |
administrator | n: a person or organization responsible for managing and directing the affairs of a business, institution, government agency, or other organization; someone who administers, regulates, or supervises | |
freewheel | v: to ride or coast on a bicycle or a vehicle without using the pedals or without providing power; to move or continue freely or without effort | |
corporal | n: a non-commissioned officer in the military, particularly in the army; a punishment administered in the military that involves physical exercise or beating | |
punishment | n: a penalty or consequence inflicted for wrongdoing or offense; a means of enforcing discipline or preventing further wrongdoing | |
lash | v: to strike or hit someone with a whip or other flexible instrument; to criticize or rebuke someone severely; to bind or tie something tightly with a cord or strap | |
batter | v: to hit something or someone repeatedly with much force; (noun, baseball) a ballplayer who is batting | |
terrifying | adj: very frightening or intimidating | |
devise | v: to come up with an idea, plan, theory, etc., using your intelligence or imagination | |
scatter | v: to cause to separate and go in different directions | |
drill | n: a tool or machine used for making round holes or driving fasteners; a training or practice | |
footstep | n: a step, or the sound generated by a person walking when their foot hits the ground | |
wriggle | v: to twist and turn with quick, writhing motions; to move in a twisting or contorting manner | |
couch | n: a piece of furniture made for sitting, usually with a back and armrests, designed to seat more than one person | |
dive | v: to jump into the water with your head and arms going in first, or to move down to a deeper level underwater | |
closet | n: a small room or cabinet with a door used for storing things, especially clothes | |
toy | n: a thing, typically a small model or replica of something that is played with, especially by children | |
capsule | n: a small, enclosed container often used for holding medicines or supplements or for transporting payloads in spacecraft; a small, elongated structure within the body, such as a joint or a gland | |
dare | v: to have the courage to do something | |
ruse | n: a trick or deception used to achieve a strategic or tactical advantage; a strategy or plan used to deceive or mislead someone | |
squeeze | v: to apply pressure from two or more sides; to hold someone or something tightly in your arms, usually with fondness | |
panel | n: a square or rectangular and flat piece of something that forms a distinct section or component of something; a small group of specialists who discuss particular topics or give their advice or opinion about something | |
screw | v: to turn something, such as a bolt, with a driver or wrench to tighten or loosen it; (noun) a cylindrical rod with a helical ridge used to fasten things together | |
voltage | n: the difference in the force of an electric current between two points | |
primal | adj: of or relating to the earliest stage of development; fundamental; primitive | |
appreciation | n: the act of recognizing and valuing the worth or importance of something or someone; gratitude or thankfulness; an increase in value over time | |
brawl | n: a noisy and violent fight involving a group of people; a chaotic and unruly disturbance or conflict | |
loyal | adj: giving or remaining firm and constant support to a person, institution, product, etc.; | |
individual | n: a single person or thing, as distinct from a group | |
strength | n: the quality or state of being physically, or sometimes mentally, strong | |
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 | |
interchange | n: an exchange of one thing for another, often involving a replacement or substitution; a meeting or intersection of two or more roads or routes | |
fungible | adj: able to be replaced or exchanged with another identical item; uniform and interchangeable in value or use | |
commodity | n: a product or a raw material that can be traded, bought, or sold | |
par | n: a state of being equal to someone or something | |
inventory | n: a complete list of all the items or goods held in stock by a business or organization; the act of making such a list | |
sperm | n: the reproductive cell produced by a man or male animal | |
economics | n: the branch of social science that deals with the production, consumption, and transfer of goods and services | |
arrangement | n: a plan or preparation for the future event; the action or process of placing things in a particular order | |
wrestling | n: a sport in which two contestants grapple and try to throw each other to the ground | |
straightforward | adj: easy to do or understand, or simple; free from ambiguity | |
crest | n: a peak or ridge, especially on a mountain or wave; a decorative tuft or topknot | |
penguin | n: a flightless sea bird that is found in the Southern Hemisphere and is known for its distinctive black and white coloring and its upright, waddling gait | |
nest | n: a structure in which animals lay their eggs or give birth to their young | |
presumably | adv: believed to be true or likely based on the available evidence, or supposed to be the case without definite proof | |
hearty | adj: characterized by vigor, strength, or robustness; showing warmth or enthusiasm of feeling; large and filling (referring to a meal or portions of food) | |
chick | n: a baby bird, especially a young chicken | |
shell | n: hard outer covering or case of eggs, nuts, some seeds, and some animals | |
eagle | n: a large predatory bird with a hooked beak and broad wings, known for its keen eyesight and powerful flight; a symbol of strength and freedom in many cultures | |
hatch | v: to cause an egg to break to allow a young animal to come out; to produce and expand something that is in an early stage | |
typical | adj: having the usual characteristics or traits of a specific group of things | |
rip | v: to tear something or be torn violently or suddenly | |
ribbon | n: a long, narrow strip or band of fabric, often used for decoration or tying things together; a symbol or badge representing a particular honor or award | |
settle | v: to reach an agreement of disagreement | |
piglet | n: a young or small pig | |
outward | adj: relating to the external appearance or surface of something; visible | |
jab | v: to poke or prod someone or something quickly and forcefully with a pointed object or part of the body; to make a sudden or quick thrusting movement; (noun) the act of administering a vaccination or injection with a needle | |
compete | v: to strive to achieve more success than someone or something | |
nurse | n: a healthcare professional who is trained to provide care for the sick or injured; (verb) to try to cure by special care or treatment of an illness or injury | |
spot | n: a particular location or place; a small round or roundish area, differing in color or feels from the surface around it | |
aft | adj: (the opposite of “forward”) located at or towards the rear or back of a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle | |
temperamental | adj: relating to a person’s temperament or disposition; subject to changes in mood or behavior; unpredictable | |
exert | v: to put forth effort; to put into action; to bring into play | |
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 | |
humming | adj: producing a continuous, low, vibrating sound like that of the bee | |
attract | v: to draw or entice someone or something towards them through the qualities they have, especially positive ones | |
determinant | n: a factor, circumstance, or condition that contributes to the shaping, influencing, or determining of a particular outcome or result | |
ferocious | adj: very fierce, savage, or cruel | |
athlete | n: a person who competes in one or more sports that involve physical strength, speed, or endurance | |
identification | n: the act or process of recognizing, proving, or designating someone or something | |
applause | n: a demonstration of approval or praise by clapping the hands together | |
council | n: a group of people who have been elected or appointed to make decisions or give advice on a particular subject or in a particular place | |
contaminate | v: to make something impure, unclean, or poisonous by contact or mixture | |
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 | |
communicate | v: to share or exchange information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals | |
subtly | adv: in a way that is so small or delicate as to be difficult to notice or describe | |
accomplishment | n: the successful completion of a task or goal; an ability that has been acquired by training | |
applaud | v: to express approval of someone or something by clapping the hands | |
athletics | n: the physical activities or sports that involve physical exertion and competition, such as running, jumping, throwing, or walking | |
din | n: a loud, confused noise; a loud, persistent racket | |
scrawny | adj: excessively thin or skinny, often in an unattractive or unhealthy way | |
firstborn | adj: the first child born to a mother | |
peril | n: serious and great danger or risk | |
engaging | adj: attracting, pleasant, or charming | |
collision | n: an instance of two or more objects or entities crashing into each other, usually resulting in damage, impact, or conflict | |
stitch | n: one of the tiny thread lines visible on a piece of fabric after it has been sewn | |
essentially | adv: relating to the essential features or concepts of anything | |
exacerbate | v: to make a situation, problem, or feeling worse | |
exhibit | v: to show something in public for people to enjoy or to provide them with information | |
favoritism | n: the act of giving one person or group unfair support by someone in authority | |
overwhelming | adj: very great or intense; so powerful that you cannot fight or react against it | |
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 | |
preference | n: a stronger liking or interest for something or someone than another thing or person | |
conceal | v: to prevent something from being seen, found, observed, or discovered | |
harbor | n: an area of water next to the coast where ships and boats are protected from rough water by piers, jetties, and other artificial structures; (verb) keep in one’s possession | |
familial | adj: of or relating to a family or families; having the qualities of a family | |
assembly | n: a group of people who have been elected, especially one that meets regularly and makes decisions or laws for a specific region or country | |
invest | v: to put money, effort, time, etc. into something to make a profit or achieve a result | |
calorie | n: unit of heat defined as the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by 1 degree Celsius at atmospheric pressure, used by nutritionists to measure how much energy food will produce | |
corporation | n: a large company or group of companies that are controlled together by law as a single unit | |
sink | v: to submerge or go down below the surface of a liquid or substance; to decline or deteriorate; to cause something to go down into a liquid substance or sink into something else | |
disinvestment | n: the act of reducing or withdrawing the amount of money you have provided in a particular area or sector | |
launch | v: to send or propel something into the air or space using a device such as a rocket, missile, or spacecraft; to make something available or on sale for the first time | |
lean | adj: having a noticeably small amount of body fat; (verb) to bend or move from a straight to a sloping posture | |
improbable | adj: not likely to happen or be true; unlikely; having a low probability or chance of occurring | |
wrap | v: to cover or enclose something entirely with paper, cloth, or other material | |
definitely | adv: without any question and beyond doubt; clearly | |
reproductive | adj: connected with the process of reproduction; relating to reproducing babies, young animals, or plants | |
narcissist | n: a person who is excessively self-absorbed, especially regarding their appearance or achievements | |
opposition | n: the act of disagreeing or resisting; the state of strong disagreement | |
gender | n: the range of characteristics of femininity and masculinity and differentiating between them, especially when considering social and cultural differences rather than differences in biology | |
resemble | v: to look like or be similar to someone or something | |
businessperson | n: a person who is engaged in business, typically as an owner or executive | |
melt | v: to turn from something solid into something soft or liquid as a result of heating | |
tough-as-nails | adj: describing someone or something that is exceptionally resilient, strong, and unyielding in the face of challenges or adversity | |
worldview | n: a particular philosophy or cognitive orientation of life or conception of the world | |
sensitive | adj: able to notice slight changes, signals, or influences; able to feel or perceive other’s feelings; susceptible to the things people say or do | |
goo | n: a sticky or slimy substance, often of indeterminate or unknown composition; a slang term used to describe something messy, chaotic, or confusing | |
poet | n: a person who writes poetry | |
topic | n: a subject that is being discussed or written about | |
template | n: a pre-designed file or document used as a starting point for a particular application so that the format does not have to be created from scratch | |
associate | v: to mentally connect someone or something with someone or something else | |
rank | n: a position in a hierarchy of status or authority; (verb) to take or have a position relative to others | |
strive | v: to try very hard to do, achieve, or obtain something | |
thicket | n: a dense group of trees, shrubs, or other plants, often forming an impenetrable barrier; a tangle or cluster of something that obstructs or impedes progress or movement | |
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 | |
scarce | adj: not abundant or plentiful, and therefore not easy to find or obtain | |
vaccinate | v: to treat with a vaccine, usually by injection, to produce immunity against a disease | |
reliable | adj: worthy of being relied on; trustworthy | |
advantage | n: a condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position; a beneficial feature or asset that someone or something has | |
exclusive | adj: not divided or shared with others | |
mentor | n: a person who helps and advises a younger or less experienced person over time, usually at work or school | |
senator | n: a member of a legislative body, especially a member of the U.S. Senate | |
astronaut | n: a person trained by a space agency to travel outside the Earth’s atmosphere | |
cub | n: a young of certain carnivorous mammals such as lion, bear, wolf, etc.; an awkward, rude, and inexperienced boy | |
den | n: a wild animal’s lair or hiding places, such as a fox or bear | |
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 | |
charm | n: the power or quality of pleasing or fascinating people | |
disarm | v: to remove weapons or the means of attack from a person, group, or situation; to win over or reduce suspicion or hostility from an opponent or adversary | |
intuit | v: to understand or know something instinctively or without conscious reasoning; to perceive or apprehend something immediately or intuitively | |
punch | v: to strike someone or something with one’s fist; to make a hole in something | |
flat-out | adj: at the highest or maximum level of speed, effort, or intensity; unequivocal or without hesitation or qualification; (adverb) at full speed or maximum effort | |
handy | adj: valuable and convenient; easy or ready to reach or use | |
slug | n: a common name for any terrestrial gastropod mollusk that appears to lack a shell with soft and black or brown color; a bullet, a shot of alcoholic drink | |
coincidence | n: an occasion when two or more similar things happen at the same time by chance, in a surprising way | |
satirist | n: a writer or artist who uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to expose and criticize people’s stupidity or vices, often in the form of satire | |
swift | adj: happening, moving, or capable of moving quickly | |
flyover | n: a region or area of a country that is often flown over by planes and not typically visited or considered by travelers; a flight that passes over a specific area without stopping | |
recognition | n: the action or process of recognizing or being recognized, especially by remembering; an agreement that something is true or legal | |
esteem | n: great respect and approval for or a good opinion of someone | |
notwithstanding | adv: despite anything to the contrary; nevertheless; (preposition) despite or in spite of | |
upside | n: the positive aspect or potential of something; the upper side of something | |
dense | adj: containing a large number of people or something with little space between them | |
disadvantage | n: a drawback or a negative aspect of something; (verb) to put someone or something in an unfavorable position | |
feud | n: a bitter argument between two parties, causing a lot of anger or violence | |
unrelenting | adj: not easing or slackening in intensity; persistent and unwavering in pursuit of a goal | |
extraordinary | adj: exceptional, unexpected, very unusual; surpassing the ordinary or usual | |
discrete | adj: separate and distinct; not continuous; individually distinguishable | |
dyad | n: a group of two individuals or entities considered as a unit; a pair, or couple; a social group consisting of two members | |
marital | adj: of or relating to marriage | |
formula | n: a group of symbols, letters, or numbers that represent a rule, law, or mathematical statement | |
chilly | adj: unpleasantly cool or cold; giving a feeling of coldness; lacking warmth or friendliness in manner | |
bunch | n: a grouping of several similar things which are growing or fastened together | |
whopping | adj: extremely large, impressive, or noteworthy; it can also be used to describe a surprise or shock | |
overpopulation | n: a situation in which the number of people or living organisms in a particular area or environment exceeds the carrying capacity or resources of that area or environment | |
unavoidable | adj: impossible to avoid or evade; inevitable | |
trigger | v: to make something happen suddenly; to cause something such as a device, machine, etc. to function | |
property | n: a thing or things that belong to someone | |
noisy | adj: making a lot of sounds, especially loud or disruptive sound | |
absolutely | adv: without restriction or limitation; completely or utterly | |
utterly | adv: completely or absolutely | |
helpless | adj: unable to take care of oneself or to do things without help | |
erase | v: to remove something completely, especially by rubbing it | |
casus | n: (a Latin term meaning “case” or “occasion,”) a specific situation, event, or problem, often used in legal, grammatical, or philosophical contexts | |
unfair | adj: not giving equal treatment or opportunities to people involved; marked by injustice, partiality, or deception | |
encode | v: to convert information into a code or format suitable for storage or transmission | |
genome | n: the complete set or sequence of genes of a human, animal, plant, or other living things | |
phenomenon | n: something that exists and can be perceptible, especially one that is not fully understood | |
lobe | n: a rounded projection or division, especially of the brain, lung, or liver | |
brain | n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling | |
disgust | n: a strong feeling of dislike or disapproval | |
cheat | v: to act dishonestly or unfairly to gain an advantage or to deceive someone; to break the rules or laws | |
putrefaction | n: the process of decay or decomposition in organic matter, especially due to the action of bacteria and other microorganisms; the state of being rotten or decomposed | |
fellow | adj: someone who has the same job or interests as you, or is in the same class, profession, or situation as you | |
unpopular | adj: not liked, supported, or approved by many people; having an unfavorable reputation | |
drama | n: a play in a theatre, television, or radio, or performance on a stage | |
immersion | n: the act of putting someone or something into a liquid completely; the state of being completely involved in a subject or activity | |
conflict | n: a strong disagreement, argument, or a violent clash between two opposing groups or individuals | |
resolution | n: a firm decision or determination to do or not do something; the action of solving a problem, dispute, or conflict; the quality of being resolved or determined; the clarity and sharpness of an image or display | |
loyalty | n: the quality of being devoted or faithful to someone or something | |
honesty | n: the quality of being truthful, sincere, and morally upright; adherence to moral and ethical principles | |
compromise | v: to settle a problem or disagreement by mutual concession | |
disclosure | n: the act of making something known or revealing information that was previously hidden or secret, often used in legal or financial contexts | |
confidence | n: the feeling or attitude that one can trust or rely on the abilities or good qualities of someone or something | |
doubt | n: a feeling of being uncertain about something, especially about how good or accurate it is | |
intervene | v: to intentionally get involved in a situation to improve it or prevent it from getting worse | |
conversation | n: an informal talk between two or more people to exchange their views, ideas, information, etc. | |
constant | adj: happening repeatedly or all the time | |
permanent | adj: lasting for a long time without essential change | |
companion | n: a person or an animal with whom you spend a lot of time, or you travel | |
broth | n: a liquid in which meat, fish, or vegetables have been cooked, used as a base for soups and stews | |
sin | n: the offense against a religious or moral law or against God | |
abandon | v: to leave a place, thing, or person with no intention of returning; (noun) a feeling of extreme emotional intensity | |
sanity | n: the state of being mentally sound, healthy, and rational | |
involve | v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else | |
creative | adj: relating to or involving the use of skill and original and unusual ideas to create something | |
brilliantly | adv: in an intelligent, graceful, or skillful manner; very brightly or effectively | |
comrade | n: a close associate, friend, or companion, especially one who shares one’s interests, beliefs, or political convictions; a fellow member of an organization, especially a military or political group, who shares a common cause or objective | |
cousin | n: the child of your aunt or uncle | |
folly | n: a lack of good sense or judgment; foolishness or absurdity; specifically, a costly, useless, or pointless building or project that has been created or undertaken for no practical purpose or benefit | |
acre | n: a unit of land area in the US Customary System and the British Imperial System, equal to 4,840 square yards (= 4,047 square meters) | |
fertile | adj: capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops; intellectually productive | |
farmland | n: land used for farming or agricultural purposes | |
fallow | adj: describing land that is unplanted or uncultivated; describing a period of rest or inactivity, particularly about land being left to rest | |
finite | adj: having a limit or restriction of size, time, etc. | |
harvest | n: yields of plants in a single growing season; the period of the year when gathering occurs on a farm |