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Word	Meaning	Advanced
honor	n: high regard or great respect for someone; the quality of having and doing based on a keen sense of morality; (verb) to show respect towards someone
perpetual	adj: continuing for an extended period in the same way without stopping or being interrupted
secretary	n: a person whose job is to deal with correspondence, keep records, and do administrative work for a company or organization
academy	n: a school for special training; a type of official organization that aims to encourage and develop standards in its particular field
splendid	adj: very impressive or beautiful; magnificent
attire	n: clothing, especially for a particular occasion or purpose
uniform	adj: always the same; showing a single form or character in all occurrences; (noun) the special set of clothes worn by members of a particular group as a means of identification
befit	v: to be suitable or appropriate for a person or thing; to be in accordance with or to be a fitting match for someone or something
legislate	v: to make or enact laws; to exert control or influence through the creation or enforcement of laws
usage	n: the way in which a word or phrase is used in a language; the extent in which how much something is used
perpetuate	v: to make something continue or prevail for a long time
compile	v: to create a book, a list, a report, etc., by combining various objects, articles, music, etc.
dictionary	n: a reference book containing an alphabetical list of words and their definitions, as well as information about their origins, usage, and pronunciation
edition	n: a particular form or version in which a text, especially a printed book, magazine, or newspaper, is published;
refer	v: to direct someone’s attention, thoughts, or questions to another source or person; to mention, cite, or allude to something as evidence or support
toil	v: to work hard and persistently; to engage in physically or mentally demanding tasks or activities for extended periods of time
spider	n: a small, eight-legged creature that spins webs to catch insects as food; a computer program that systematically browses the World Wide Web for purposes of web indexing
recommendation	n: an official suggestion that something is good or suitable for a particular purpose or job
gaily	adv: in a cheerful, lighthearted, or lively manner; with a sense of joy or happiness; brightly or colorfully
ignore	v: to intentionally not listen or pay attention to
conceit	n: an excessively high opinion of oneself; self-importance
emerge	v: to move out of or away from something and become visible
interact	v: to communicate or react with somebody
visible	adj: capable of being seen; or open to easy view
unstoppable	adj: impossible to stop or prevent
fin	n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance
constant	adj: happening repeatedly or all the time
slang	n: informal or non-standard language that is often used within a specific group or culture and may not be considered appropriate in a professional or formal context
jargon	n: specialized language or vocabulary used by a particular group or profession that is often difficult for outsiders to understand; language that is full of technical slang or obscure terms and is often used to obscure or confuse rather than clarify
historic	adj: famous or significant in history, or potentially so
divergence	n: the act or process of separating and moving in different directions; a difference or variance between two or more things or ideas; a deviation from a common or shared path or goal
dialect	n: a form of a language that is spoken in a particular geographical area or by a particular group of people and has distinguishing characteristics
formation	n: the way something is created naturally or the way it has been arranged
shed	v: to get rid of something as superfluous or unwanted; to cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers; (noun) an outbuilding with a single story, mainly used for shelter or storage
aspect	n: one part or feature of a situation, problem, subject, etc.
cognitive	adj: of or relating to mental processes of understanding
machinery	n: a group of large machines or the components of a machine that make it work; social institution functions or structure for doing something
humming	adj: producing a continuous, low, vibrating sound like that of the bee
conceptualization	n: the process of forming or developing an abstract idea or concept, often through the use of language or other symbolic representations
relation	n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another
govern	v: to legally control and direct a country, city, group of people, etc. and be responsible for introducing new laws, organizing and maintaining public services
interaction	n: the act of connecting with someone, mainly when working, playing, or spending time with them
indulge	v: to allow oneself or another person to have or enjoy something, especially something that is considered to be a luxury or treat
passion	n: intense, driving, or overpowering feeling or conviction
verb	n: a word or phrase that describes an action, state, or experience
construct	v: to build or create something; to assemble or combine different parts to form something whole
chassis	n: the framework and mechanical parts of a vehicle or machine
framework	n: the structural components of a building or object that support its weight and give it form; the underlying structure of a system, concept, or text
bolt	n: a metal bar that slides across to lock a door or window closed; a discharge of lightning accompanied by thunder; (verb) to move or jump suddenly
reminder	n: something that serves to jog or refresh one’s memory; a prompt or message that helps to recall or remember something
intransitive	adj: describes a verb that does not require an object to complete its meaning, which does not transfer its action to a receiver or object
din	n: a loud, confused noise; a loud, persistent racket
transitive	adj: describes a verb that requires an object to complete its meaning, which transfers its action to a receiver or object
mandate	n: an official or authoritative instruction or command; a commission or authority to carry out a particular task
devour	v: to eat or consume something eagerly or ravenously; or to destroy something rapidly
grammar	n: the set of structural constraints on speakers’ or writers’ composition of clauses, phrases, and words
preposition	n: a word or group of words that shows the relationship of a noun or pronoun to another word in a sentence, indicating location, time, direction, or manner (e.g., in, on, at, above, before, after)
tempting	adj: likely to attract or persuade someone to do something, especially something that may not be wise or safe
generalization	n: the act of making a broad statement or conclusion based on limited information or experience; a statement that applies to a large group or category of things or people, often without considering the unique qualities or circumstances of each individual
recipient	n: a person who receives something
handy	adj: valuable and convenient; easy or ready to reach or use
infinite	adj: unlimited or very great; impossible to measure
parrot	n: a tropical bird with a curved beak and the ability to mimic sounds, often kept as a pet and trained to copy the human voice
extract	n: a short passage taken from a book, piece of music, etc.; a substance obtained from something through a specific process; (verb) to obtain from something or to remove something by effort or force
unfortunately	adv: by bad luck; unluckily
idiosyncrasy	n: a distinctive or unique way of functioning, behaving, or thinking that is characteristic of an individual or a group; a peculiar or eccentric habit or behavior
exception	n: something that is not included in a general rule or pattern; a person or thing that is excluded or stands apart from others
headache	n: pain in the head; someone or something that causes anxiety or trouble
odd	adj: strange or unexpected; not divisible by two
initial	adj: of or happening at the beginning; (noun) the first letter of a word, especially a person’s name
synonymous	adj: having the same or a similar meaning as another word or phrase
crank	n: a mechanical device that converts rotary motion into linear motion or vice versa; an eccentric or unpredictable person
microscope	n: an instrument used to see objects or substances that are too small to be seen with the naked eye
cognition	n: the psychological process of perception and learning and reasoning; the mental action or process by which knowledge and understanding are developed in the mind
subtle	adj: not readily apparent or visible
correspond	v: to match or be similar to something else almost exactly; to exchange messages
construe	v: to interpret or understand the meaning of something, typically in a particular way; to analyze or explain the grammar or structure of a sentence or phrase
classic	adj: judged or deserving to be regarded as one of the best or most important of its kind over a period of time; of a well-known type
reverse	v: to change something’s direction, order, position, decision, etc., to the opposite one; (adjective) directed or moving toward the rear
illusion	n: a false idea or belief, especially about somebody or about a situation
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
conscious	adj: being aware of and able to respond to what is happening around you
affected	adj: influenced; feeling or showing emotion, especially exaggerated emotion; not natural or sincere
noun	n: a word that generally functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects
specification	n: a detailed description of the characteristics, features, or requirements of something, typically a product or system; a written statement that outlines the standards, procedures, or requirements for a project or job
possession	n: the state or fact of owning or having something
involve	v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else
possess	v: to have or own something or to have as an attribute, knowledge, skill, etc.
implant	v: to insert or fix an artificial device in a person’s body; to put an idea, attitude, etc., firmly in the mind
obnoxious	adj: extremely unpleasant or offensive; annoying or irritating to the point of causing discomfort or harm
conclude	v: to come to an end or close; to reach a judgment or opinion by reasoning
analyze	v: to think about in-depth and evaluate to discover essential features or meaning
fine-grained	adj: characterized by having a small or fine grain or texture; detailed or intricate; involving or requiring careful attention to small details or distinctions
conceptual	adj: related to or founded on ideas, principles
structure	n: the way of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts, or a complex thing constructed of many parts
automatically	adv: without needing a direct human control
unconscious	adj: in the state of lacking awareness and the capacity for sensory perception, especially as the result of a head injury or illness
compute	v: to make a mathematical calculation
utter	adj: complete, total, or absolute; said, done, or experienced without any exceptions or qualifications; spoken aloud or enunciated very clearly and distinctly; (verb) to speak or articulate words, sounds, or a voice
concept	n: an idea or principle associated with something abstract
fundamental	adj: forming an essential base or core from which everything else develops or is affected
causation	n: the action or relationship between an event or action and its effect or consequence; the explanation for why something happens
intention	n: something you want to do and are going to do
reminiscent	adj: making you remember someone or something; relating to the recall of personal interests
argue	v: to express differing opinions or points of view, often in a heated or contentious manner; to present a case or reasoning to persuade or convince others
doe	n: a mature female of mammals of which the male is called a buck, such as a deer or a rabbit
perception	n: a belief, opinion, or image you have based on how you regard, understand, or interpret something; the ability to see, hear, or notice something through the senses
texture	n: the feel or appearance of a surface or substance
virtually	adv: almost completely
differentiate	v: to recognize or establish as being distinct; to distinguish between things that are compared; to calculate a derivative
addition	n: the act or process of adding something to something else; the process of adding numbers
twist	v: to bend or turn something into a certain shape
literally	adv: in the real or original meaning of a word or phrase; in a literal sense or way; not figuratively
metaphor	n: a figure of speech in which an expression is used to refer to something that it does not denote to suggest a similarity
transfer	v: to move, pass, or change from one person, place, or situation to another
maximum	adj: the largest or greatest amount or value attainable or attained
span	n: the entire length of something, such as time or space from beginning to end; the amount of space that something covers
stud	n: a small object with a head on one end and a sharp point on the other, used for fastening clothing, leather, or other materials; an animal used for breeding, typically a male horse or bull that is of superior breeding stock; (verb) to decorate or adorn with studs; to provide with studs for support
moving	adj: causing strong emotions or feelings, especially sadness or sympathy
evoke	v: to bring or recall a feeling, memory, or image into your mind
container	n: a receptacle or object used to hold, store, or transport something; a large standardized metal box that is used for transporting goods by sea or land
communicate	v: to share or exchange information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals
conceive	v: to have or develop an idea, a plan, etc. in mind; to become pregnant
hollow	adj: having a hole, empty space inside, or indentation on the surface
unpack	v: to open and remove stored items from a container or package; to analyze or examine something in detail, often to clarify or understand it better
verbiage	n: excessive or unnecessary use of words, often characterized by verbosity or wordiness; the style or manner of expressing something in a lengthy or convoluted way
abstract	adj: based on general ideas, feelings, or qualities and not on any a physical or concrete existence
concrete	adj: existing in a physical or material form rather than an abstract one; based on facts rather than ideas or guesses; made of or covered with cement
literal	adj: adhering strictly to the exact meaning or interpretation of words or language; without exaggeration or metaphorical meaning
spatial	adj: of or relating space and the position, area, and size of things
messenger	n: someone or something that carries a message, especially one sent to convey information, news, or an official document
stretch	v: to make or be capable of making anything longer or broader without hurting or breaking
likewise	adv: in the same way
indicate	v: to show, point out, or make known something, often through a sign or a symbol; to suggest or imply something without stating it directly
interpersonal	adj: connected with relationships between people
necessarily	adv: in an essential manner; in such a way as could not be otherwise
manhandle	v: to handle or move someone or something roughly or awkwardly, often using physical force or without care; to treat someone roughly or brutally
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
entity	n: something that exists independently and has its own identity
engage	v: to attract and keep someone’s attention and interest; to participate in or obtain services of something
tug	v: to pull something quickly and hard, often several times
feat	n: a notable or impressive achievement, especially one that requires great skill or bravery
basis	n: the most important facts, ideas, or events from which something is developed; the way how things are organized or arranged
differ	v: to be not like someone or something in some way
pregnant	adj: having a baby or young animal developing in the uterus
killing	n: the act of causing death; a sudden and intense force or effect that causes significant damage or destruction; a situation where someone is making a substantial amount of money or experiencing significant financial success
fetus	n: an unborn or unhatched animal in the later stages of development showing the main recognizable features of the mature animal
unborn	adj: not yet born
invade	v: to enter aggressively into another’s territory by military force for conquest and occupation
liberate	v: to set free; to release or rescue from captivity or oppression
redistribute	v: to share something among people in a different way
wealth	n: a large amount of money, property, or other things that someone or an organization owns
confiscate	v: to seize, take or appropriate something by authority, often as a penalty for breaking laws or rules
intelligence	n: the ability to learn, comprehend, or make judgments or conclusions based on reasons
consist	v: to be composed or made up of
repertoire	n: the range or variety of skills, abilities, performances, or works that a person or group is capable of producing or performing; the entire body of works that is available to an individual or group to choose from when performing or producing something
intensive	adj: involving a lot of work or activity in a short time
evolution	n: a gradual process of transformation of living things
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
bleach	v: to remove color or stains, whiten, or sterilize using a solution of chemicals or other substances, such as bleach
domain	n: a specific sphere of influence or control; a specific field of knowledge or expertise
evolve	v: to develop gradually, or to cause the development of something or someone gradually
mathematics	n: the science dealing with the logic of quantities, shapes, spaces, and arrangement
physics	n: the science of matter and energy and their interactions
puzzle	n: a situation that is difficult to follow or solve; a game, problem, or toy that tests a person’s ingenuity or knowledge; (verb) to cause someone to feel confused because of something difficult to understand
indirect	adj: happening in addition to the main or intended aim, cause or result, often in a way that is not obvious; not following the shortest or straight way
kidnapping	n: the act of taking somebody away illegally and holding them captive
license	n: an official permission or authorization to do, use, or own something; a legal document that grants the holder the right to perform certain activities, such as driving a car, practicing a profession, or using a particular product or service
extend	v: to broaden in scope, range, or area
slight	adj: very small in degree or amount
interpret	v: to explain or assign the meaning of information, actions, etc.
veil	n: a piece of fine cloth worn by women to cover or conceal the face; (verb) to cover, conceal, or obscure
bribe	v: to try to make someone do something to gain one’s favors or influence by giving a gift of money or other inducements
rampant	adj: (especially of something bad or unwelcome) flourishing or spreading everywhere in a way that cannot be controlled
polite	adj: showing consideration, respect, or deference towards others; having good manners, civility, or courteous behavior
awesome	adj: inspiring fear, admiration, or respect; very good, nice, fun, etc.
bizarre	adj: very strange or unusual
etch	v: to carve, cut, or engrave (a design or text) into a hard surface; to corrode, erode or eat away at a metal surface using acid or another chemical substance to create a design or pattern
intent	n: a strong determination or attention to do or achieve something; (adjective) having a strong determination to do or achieve something
sham	n: something that is not as good or true as it seems to be and is intended to deceive people; a person who pretends to be something they are not
muse	n: a source of inspiration, particularly for creative endeavors such as writing or art; a mythical spirit thought to inspire poets and artists
hypothesis	n: a proposed idea or explanation that is based on a few known facts but has not yet been proven to be true or accurate
possibility	n: a chance that something may happen or be true
solicitation	n: the act of requesting, asking for, or seeking something, often persistently or aggressively; the act of asking for or seeking donations, business, or contributions from others
negotiate	v: to have formal discussions with someone to reach an agreement
influential	adj: having significant impact or power on someone or something
taxonomy	n: the classification or scientific study of organisms, including their relationships to each other, based on shared characteristics and traits; a system of organizing and categorizing information in a particular field or subject area
anthropology	n: the scientific study of humanity, concerned with human behavior, human biology, cultures, societies, and linguistics in both the present and past, including past human species
categorize	v: to put people or things into groups according to their features, types, etc.
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
principle	n: a fundamental law or truth that explains or controls how something happens or works
mindset	n: the established set of attitudes or fixed ideas held by someone
operate	v: to work in a particular way; to supervise something
dominance	n: the state or quality of being the most powerful or influential person or group
mess	n: a state of confusion, dirtiness, or untidiness; (verb) to fail to do something or to make something dirty or untidy
reciprocity	n: a mutual exchange of help and advantages; privileges granted in return for similar privileges
scratch	v: to cut or damage the surface of something or the skin with a sharp or pointed object
immortal	adj: having eternal or never-ending life; living forever; incapable of dying; having enduring fame or lasting significance
default	v: to fail to fulfill an obligation or pay a debt when it is due; to fail to meet expectations or perform as required; to choose or accept a predetermined option or condition without making a deliberate selection or choice; (noun) the pre-set or automatic settings that a system or program uses when the user has selected no other options
situ	adj: short for “situated,” meaning located or placed in a particular position or circumstance
applied	adj: of or relating to a subject of study, especially a science, that is used in a practical way
extended	adj: longer than usual or anticipated
naturally	adv: as might be expected; by natural manners
mentality	n: the characteristic way of thinking or mindset of an individual or group; the mental attitude or outlook that influences behavior, choices, and opinions
ordinary	adj: not different, exceptional, or unexpected in any way, especially in quality, ability, size, or degree
disposed	adj: inclined or willing to do something
brotherhood	n: a relationship characterized by mutual support, unity, and camaraderie among people who share a common interest
fraternal	adj: relating to or like a brother or brothers; (of twins) derived from two separate fertilized ova (= the female reproductive cell)
organization	n: a group of people who work together for a shared purpose
sorority	n: a social organization or club for women, often associated with college or university institutions, which focuses on scholarship, sisterhood, and social activities
locution	n: a particular word or phrase, especially one that is characteristic or distinctive of a particular person or group; a style or manner of speaking
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
appropriate	adj: suitable or proper in the circumstances; fitting
kinship	n: the state or fact of being related to someone
mismatch	v: to put together or match items that are not compatible or do not fit well together; to be different from or not correspond to something else
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
awkward	adj: making you feel uncomfortable or embarrassed; causing inconvenience or difficulty
shrimp	n: a small, freshwater or saltwater creature with a slender body and long legs
blatant	adj: completely obvious, often offensively or inappropriately; characterized by shameless or brazen behavior
negotiation	n: the process of discussing and reaching an agreement with others
tension	n: a state of mental or emotional strain or excitement; the state of being stretched tight
employee	n: a person who is hired to work for a business or organization in exchange for wages or salary; a worker
socialism	n: a political and economic theory or system that advocates for the collective ownership and control of the means of production and distribution of goods, aiming for a more equitable and just society; a system that aims to reduce economic inequalities and prioritize the welfare of the community as a whole
reciprocal	adj: given or felt by each toward the other; mutual; corresponding or interchangeable
transaction	n: an instance of buying or selling something; the act or process of doing something
transition	n: the process or period of changing from one state or circumstance to another
notoriously	adv: in a way that is well-known or widely recognized, often for something negative or scandalous; with a reputation for being infamous or notorious
conflict	n: a strong disagreement, argument, or a violent clash between two opposing groups or individuals
dominant	adj: more important, influential, or easy to notice than anything else of the same type
harassment	n: the act of repeatedly annoying, tormenting, or persecuting someone in a way that is threatening or unwelcome, often relating to issues of race, gender, or other identities
satisfy	v: to make somebody pleased by giving them what they want or need
convey	v: to express ideas, feelings, etc. so that it is known or understood by other people; to carry something from one place to another
command	n: authority, control, or mastery over something, often referring to military or leadership contexts; a directive, order, or instruction; expertise or confidence in a specific area; (verb) to give an authoritative order or instruction, or to be in charge or control of something
maintain	v: to continue to uphold or sustain; to keep in a particular state or condition; to assert or declare something to be true
imply	v: to indicate the truth or existence of something without referring to it
derive	v: to obtain or receive something from a source
interpretation	n: an explanation or opinion of something, especially that is not immediately obvious
relevance	n: the state or degree of being closely connected or appropriate to the matter at hand
context	n: the circumstances, facts, or conditions that surround a particular event, situation, or statement and that give it meaning
initiate	v: to begin or start something; to teach the basics or fundamentals of something to somebody; to formally admit someone into a group or organization
conditional	adj: depending on a specific condition or circumstance; imposed or subject to certain conditions or restrictions
imperative	adj: very important or requiring attention or action
presuppose	v: to assume or require as an essential condition or prerequisite; to take for granted or consider as a necessary assumption before further discussion or action
compliance	n: the act of following rules or regulations, often willingly or voluntarily; the act of conforming to a set of standards or guidelines
damn	v: to express disapproval of or disappointment in something or someone; to condemn or to curse; (a swear word) an expression of anger
plausible	adj: seeming reasonable or likely to be true, and therefore convincing
deny	v: to state that one refuses to admit the existence or truth of something
propose	v: to make a proposal, declare a plan for something
payoff	n: the outcome or result of an action or series of actions; the return or reward gained from an investment, effort, or risk
matrix	n: a rectangular array of numbers, symbols, or expressions, arranged in rows and columns and often enclosed in brackets; an enclosure within which something originates or develops
stake	n: a share or financial investment in something such as a business; a wooden or metal post set up to mark something
dishonest	adj: capable of being corrupted, not honest
traffic	n: the movement of vehicles, people, or goods along a route or through a transport system; the amount of such movement in a particular place or at a particular time
vent	n: a small opening to escape or release gas, air, liquid, etc.; activity or process that frees or expresses strong creative energy or emotion
consequence	n: the outcome of a particular action or event, especially relative to an individual
severe	adj: extremely serious or bad in feeling, manner, or strict and harsh; extremely strong or vigorous
penalty	n: a punishment for violating a law, rule, or contract
arrest	v: to take into custody
bribery	n: the practice or attempt of offering something, usually money, to gain an unlawful advantage
fraught	adj: causing, accompanied by, or full of anxiety, tension, or stress
nuisance	n: something or someone that causes annoyance, inconvenience, or discomfort; an unpleasant or irritating thing or person
asset	n: something or someone that is useful or valuable quality, skill, etc.; valuable property
affirm	v: to assert that something is true or real; to state positively
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
vague	adj: not clearly expressed or understood
bug	n: any tiny insect; a fault or defect in a computer program, system, or machine
imperfectly	adv: in a faulty or incomplete way
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
collective	adj: done or shared by every member of a group of people
quirk	n: a peculiar behavior, habit, or characteristic that is distinctive to an individual or group
complexity	n: the state or quality of being complicated or intricate and difficult to understand
tick	n: a light, sharp, repetitive sound or action; a mark indicating that something is correct or has been done; any of two families of small parasitic arachnids with barbed proboscis