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shuffle | v: to move or mix around in a casual or unorganized way; to walk with short, dragging steps | |
corridor | n: a hallway or passageway, especially one connecting rooms or areas within a building or structure | |
statue | n: a sculpture of a person or animal, typically made of stone or metal, that is intended to represent the subject in a lifelike or symbolic way | |
fresco | n: a painting technique in which water and pigment are applied to wet plaster, producing a durable and luminous image | |
chapel | n: a place of worship, especially a non-conformist or dissenting place of worship | |
threshold | n: the floor or ground that forms the bottom of a doorway and offers support when passing through a doorway; the smallest detectable sensation | |
soar | v: to fly or rise very high or to a great height, often with great grace or ease | |
dome | n: a rounded vault forming the roof of a building or structure, typically with a circular base | |
angel | n: a spiritual being believed to be a messenger of God often depicted as having wings and a halo | |
surround | v: to be all around something or somebody | |
decoration | n: the act of adding something that is intended to make something more attractive; an award or honor that is given to someone in recognition of their achievements | |
tapestry | n: a piece of fabric or cloth that is woven with intricate designs or scenes, often depicting historical or mythological events; a complex or intricate story, idea, or situation | |
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 | |
represent | v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute | |
drama | n: a play in a theatre, television, or radio, or performance on a stage | |
encompass | v: to surround or cover something completely; to include a large number of or different types of things entirely | |
unfold | v: to open up or spread out something that is folded or rolled up; to reveal or disclose something that was previously hidden or unknown | |
wealth | n: a large amount of money, property, or other things that someone or an organization owns | |
educated | adj: having received a high standard of education | |
Christ | n: the man that Christians believe is the prophet and the son of God, and whose life and sermons form the basis for Christianity | |
priest | n: a person who performs religious duties and ceremonies, especially in the Christian faith | |
pray | v: to make a request or petition to a higher power, especially in the form of a respectful or humble request | |
elect | v: to choose someone for a specific position by voting for them; to decide or choose to do something | |
ultimate | adj: furthest or highest in degree or order | |
ecclesiastical | adj: relating to the Christian Church, its hierarchy, or its clergy; pertaining to religious matters or the practice of organized religion | |
cave | n: a large hole in the side of a hill, cliff, mountain, or under the ground | |
attract | v: to draw or entice someone or something towards them through the qualities they have, especially positive ones | |
delight | n: a feeling of great pleasure or happiness | |
background | n: the details of a person’s social heritage, such as family, vocational or educational experience; past information that is essential to understanding a situation or problem | |
compress | v: to press or squeeze together to make something take up less space | |
creative | adj: relating to or involving the use of skill and original and unusual ideas to create something | |
ignite | v: to set on fire; to cause to start burning | |
excitement | n: a feeling of great enthusiasm and eagerness | |
geopolitical | adj: of or relating to political activity or relations between countries and groups of countries, as influenced by the physical features of a country or area | |
frontier | n: a border that separates two countries, or the area near this line | |
ancient | adj: relating to the long ago, particularly the historical period preceding the fall of the Western Roman Empire; very old | |
tradition | n: a belief, custom, or way of doing something that has been passed down from generation to generation within a group or society | |
church | n: a building or institution dedicated to religious worship or activities; a Christian religious organization or denomination | |
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 | |
evolution | n: a gradual process of transformation of living things | |
elite | adj: belonging to the wealthiest, most potent, best-educated, or best-trained group in a society | |
eventually | adv: finally, particularly after a long time or a lot of struggle, complications, and so on | |
historic | adj: famous or significant in history, or potentially so | |
circumstance | n: the specific conditions or events that surround a particular situation or occurrence | |
scope | n: the range of one’s perceptions, thoughts, or actions, or a subject that | |
parochial | adj: related to or characteristic of a small or narrow-minded community, often referring to a geographic location or mindset; having limited or narrow knowledge or experience of the world outside one’s immediate surroundings | |
perspective | n: a confident attitude toward something; a particular style of thinking about something | |
worldview | n: a particular philosophy or cognitive orientation of life or conception of the world | |
dramatically | adv: in a very impressive manner | |
discovery | n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known | |
Jewish | adj: of or relating to people whose traditional religion is Judaism | |
commit | v: to do something illegal or wrong | |
papal | adj: relating to the pope (= the head of the Roman Catholic Church) or the Roman Catholic Church | |
assemble | v: to collect in one place as a single group | |
blanket | n: a large piece of soft material used to cover or wrap a person or thing to keep them warm; (adjective) broad in scope or content | |
frieze | n: a decorative band or strip that is placed horizontally on a wall, often just below the ceiling or the cornice | |
purity | n: the state of being undiluted or unmixed with anything else; the state of being free from immorality, especially of a sexual nature | |
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 | |
monument | n: a statue, building, or other structure erected to commemorate a person or event | |
render | v: to bring someone or something into a particular state; to provide something such as service, help, etc. | |
faraway | adj: located at a geographically distant place; remote or separated by distance; distant or not easily accessible | |
addition | n: the act or process of adding something to something else; the process of adding numbers | |
continent | n: one of the earth’s large landmasses; (adjective) abstaining from your feelings, especially your desire to have sex | |
horizon | n: the line at which the earth’s surface and the sky appear to meet; the range of interest or activity that can be anticipated | |
expand | v: to increase or to make something greater in size, number, or importance | |
microcosm | n: a miniature or small-scale version of something that represents the larger whole or system; a representation of society or culture on a smaller scale | |
genius | n: someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality | |
visionary | adj: having or showing exceptional foresight and imagination; not practical or realizable; speculative | |
awesome | adj: inspiring fear, admiration, or respect; very good, nice, fun, etc. | |
tap | v: to hit someone or something quickly, gently, and often repeatedly; to use existing resources, such as energy, knowledge, etc. | |
decorate | v: to add beauty or distinction to something by the addition of ornament, art, etc | |
ceiling | n: a room’s top interior surface | |
deck | n: a flat surface that is usually made of wood or other material and is attached to a building, vehicle, or other structure | |
stack | n: a pile of something arranged or laid one on top of another; a large tall chimney through which combustion gases and smoke can be evacuated | |
pursue | v: to do something or attempt to attain something over time; to follow or seek someone or something, especially in trying to catch them | |
sculpture | n: the art of creating three-dimensional objects or forms, typically by carving, modeling, or casting in a variety of materials such as stone, wood, metal, or clay | |
patron | n: a person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, or activity; a loyal or regular customer of a particular shop, restaurant, etc. | |
incomplete | adj: not having all the necessary or appropriate parts; not yet finished | |
commission | n: a formal instruction, command, or request given to a person or group; an official group of people entrusted by a government or other official body to control or enforce something | |
lure | v: to tempt or persuade someone to do something | |
prospect | n: the possibility or likelihood of something happening or being successful; a person or thing that is likely to succeed or become popular; a potential customer or client; (verb) to explore for useful or valuable things or substances, such as minerals | |
sculptural | adj: relating to or resembling sculpture (= a three-dimensional work of art); having a three-dimensional quality or appearance | |
apostle | n: one of a group of early Christian leaders who were chosen and trained by Jesus to spread his teachings | |
decorative | adj: serving to make something look more attractive or pretty; embellishing | |
dare | v: to have the courage to do something | |
Atlantic | adj: relating to or located near the Atlantic Ocean, which is the second-largest ocean on Earth, located between the continents of North and South America to the west and Europe and Africa to the east | |
chart | n: a visual display of information such as a diagram, lists of figures, etc.; a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea | |
artistic | adj: of or relating to art or artist; satisfying aesthetic standards and sensibilities | |
genesis | n: the origin or beginning of something; the first book of the biblical scriptures of both Judaism and Christianity, describing the creation of the Earth and humankind | |
technique | n: a particular way or art of doing something that needs skill | |
equip | v: to provide a person or a place with the things that are needed for a particular purpose or activity | |
narrative | n: a story or a description of a series of events or process of telling a story | |
strength | n: the quality or state of being physically, or sometimes mentally, strong | |
accustomed | adj: familiar with; used to; in the habit of; having become habituated to something, often a behavior or situation | |
chisel | n: a tool with a sharpened edge at one end used for shaping wood, stone, or metal; (verb) to engage in deceitful behavior | |
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 | |
marble | n: a hard crystalline metamorphic rock that has a pattern of lines going through it and takes a high polish used for sculpture and as building material; a small ball made of stone, especially one used in children’s games | |
rev | n: a measure of the rate at which an engine or motor rotates, often expressed in revolutions per minute (RPM); (verb) to increase the number of rotations per minute | |
essential | adj: indispensable; fundamental | |
massive | adj: enormous amount; very heavy and solid | |
dynamic | adj: having a lot of energy, ideas, and enthusiasm, and a strong personality; of or relating to dynamics (= the branch of physics and engineering concerned with the forces that cause motions of bodies) | |
embrace | v: to accept something willingly and enthusiastically; (noun) the act of clasping another person in the arms as in greeting or affection | |
brazen | adj: bold and without shame or embarrassment; made of or resembling brass (= a metal alloy of copper and zinc) | |
nephew | n: a son of your brother or sister | |
steep | adj: having a sharp inclination or slope | |
moniker | n: a name or nickname, especially one that is unconventional or adopted rather than given | |
warrior | n: a person who engaged in or experienced warfare, especially in the past | |
fortress | n: a large and strongly built structure, typically with high walls and a moat, used as a military defense or for protection against attackers | |
artillery | n: large-caliber guns used in warfare, typically operated by a crew and mounted on wheels or in a fixed position; any military weapons, equipment, or vehicles that are operated by a special branch or unit of the armed forces | |
peter | v: to fail or lose power, efficiency, or value gradually before coming to an end | |
basilica | n: a large and important church, typically one with a nave, aisles, and a raised platform at one or both ends, and often a higher central area | |
extraordinary | adj: exceptional, unexpected, very unusual; surpassing the ordinary or usual | |
decidedly | adv: in a manner that is beyond doubt or question; in a way that is clear and unmistakable; in an emphatic or determined manner | |
seed | n: a small, hard, often round, a reproductive structure that contains a plant’s genetic material and is capable of growing into a new plant | |
modern | adj: of or belonging to the present time or recent times | |
envision | v: to imagine or expect what a situation will be like in the future | |
vat | n: a large container, especially one used for storing or holding liquids | |
eternal | adj: being without beginning or end; lasting forever | |
relevance | n: the state or degree of being closely connected or appropriate to the matter at hand | |
grandeur | n: the quality of being impressive or magnificent in appearance, size, or scope; the state of being majestic, impressive, or awe-inspiring | |
encounter | v: to face something, particularly something unpleasant or difficult, while attempting to do something else; to meet, especially unexpectedly | |
giant | adj: enormous; much bigger or more important than similar items usually are | |
committed | adj: willing to put in a lot of effort, time, and energy into something; firmly believing in something | |
skeleton | n: the structure of bones in a human or animal body, or a framework of bones or other material that supports a plant | |
crew | n: a group of people who work together, especially on a ship or airplane | |
storytelling | n: the act or art of narrating or writing stories | |
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 | |
structure | n: the way of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts, or a complex thing constructed of many parts | |
monumental | adj: great in importance or influence, size, extent, or solidity; massive | |
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 | |
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 | |
enclosure | n: a wall, fence, or other barriers that surround an area, keeping it separate and protected | |
intention | n: something you want to do and are going to do | |
clergy | n: the official leaders of the religious activities, especially of the Christian Church | |
peer | n: a person who has the same age, status, or ability | |
distance | n: the amount of space between two points, measured in units such as miles, meters, or kilometers; the extent, scope, or range between two things, such as distance or emotional distance | |
inquiry | n: the act or process of asking a question or asking for information; an official process of investigating a matter of public interest | |
bible | n: the sacred writings of the Christian religions, consisting of the Old and New Testaments; a book regarded as authoritative in its field | |
primal | adj: of or relating to the earliest stage of development; fundamental; primitive | |
spark | v: to start something or make it grow, especially suddenly; to emit a tiny piece of fire or electricity | |
initial | adj: of or happening at the beginning; (noun) the first letter of a word, especially a person’s name | |
separate | v: to force, take, or pull apart; mark as different | |
churning | n: the process of mixing or stirring something vigorously, often to create a frothy or creamy texture; a state of upheaval or turbulence, often referring to the stock market or economy | |
blur | n: a faint or indistinct image or sound; something that is not clear or distinct; (verb) to become unclear; to lose clear vision | |
tight | adj: fixed, fastened, or kept together firmly or closely | |
loom | v: to appear or take shape as a large, especially in a frightening way | |
hurtle | v: to move quickly and forcefully, especially in an uncontrolled or dangerous way | |
vegetation | n: plants in general, particularly those indigenous to a particular region or spot | |
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 | |
caesura | n: a pause or break in a line of poetry, music, or speech, usually marked by punctuation or a natural pause in the rhythm; a momentary interruption or cessation | |
poetry | n: poems in general as a genre of literature | |
hover | v: to stay in one place in the air | |
handicraft | n: a skill or trade that involves making things by hand, often using traditional methods and materials, which include activities such as woodworking, sewing, pottery, and weaving | |
universe | n: everything that exists, especially all physical matter, including planets, stars, galaxies, and all other forms of matter and energy | |
treasure | n: a valuable or desirable possession; something that is cherished or held dear; a collection of valuable objects or money that is hidden or protected | |
proclaim | v: to announce or state something publicly and forcefully | |
culmination | n: the peak highest point or climax of something, especially happening after a long time | |
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 | |
languid | adj: displaying or having a lack of energy or vitality; slow or relaxed in manner or movement; showing a lack of enthusiasm or interest | |
interior | n: the inside or inner part of something; the space within the walls of a building | |
impel | v: to drive, motivate, or urge someone to take action; to propel or provide a strong force to move something in a specific direction | |
confer | v: to have a meeting or discussion to come to a decision or agreement or exchange ideas; to bestow something | |
pinnacle | n: the highest point or peak of something, particularly a mountain or a career; the greatest or highest level of achievement or success | |
curveball | n: a pitch in baseball that breaks unexpectedly; a surprising or unexpected twist or turn in a situation | |
eve | n: (also as “Eve”) the day or period of time immediately preceding a particular event; the biblical figure who was the first woman and wife of Adam, according to the Jewish and Christian faiths | |
afterthought | n: a thought or idea that comes to mind after the fact, often too late to be of much use; something that is added or considered belatedly, especially in speech or writing | |
intimate | adj: having a very close friendship, personal | |
curl | v: to form or make something form into a curved or spiral shape; (noun) a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles | |
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 | |
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 | |
critic | n: someone who expresses opinions about the quality of books, music, etc. | |
juncture | n: a critical point or moment in time, often indicating a key decision or turning point; a place or point of connection, such as a joint or seam | |
sanctum | n: a private or sacred place, often a quiet and secure retreat where one can relax, think, or meditate | |
cast | v: to cause light or shadow to appear on a surface; to assing or choose someone such as an actor or representative, especially by selection process | |
chaos | n: a state of complete confusion or disorder, often characterized by a lack of predictability or control | |
ark | n: (in the Bible) a boat built by Noah to save his family and animals from the flood; a large, flat-bottomed boat with a pointed bow and stern, used in ancient times to transport people and goods | |
flood | n: a large amount of water flowing beyond its normal limits; an overwhelming number or amount | |
sacrifice | n: the act of killing an animal or person or surrendering a possession as an offering to a deity; (verb) to give up something important or valuable to help another person or get or do something that seems more important | |
covenant | n: an agreement or promise made by two or more parties, typically in a formal or religious context | |
savior | n: a person who rescues a people from harm or danger; (in Christianity) Jesus Christ who is a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth | |
invention | n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation; the act of inventing | |
barn | n: a large farm building used for storage of crops or housing livestock | |
blind | adj: unable to see; unable or unwilling to perceive or understand the true nature of something | |
dispel | v: to remove something, especially a feeling of fear, doubt, and false idea | |
gloom | n: a state of darkness, sadness, or melancholy; a feeling of depression or lack of hope; a state of obscurity or uncertainty | |
underneath | adv: under or below something else | |
emerald | adj: having a deep, rich green color, like that of an emerald gemstone | |
topaz | n: a precious gemstone that is typically colorless or pale yellow in its pure form but can also be found in various colors, often used in jewelry and valued for its clarity and brilliance | |
scarlet | n: a bright red color; a vivid, deep, or intense red | |
prophet | n: a person believed to have an extraordinary power that can understand God’s will. | |
foresee | v: to perceive or predict; to anticipate or expect something to happen in the future | |
destination | n: the place to which someone or something is going or being sent; the ultimate purpose or goal of a journey or action | |
sibyl | n: a prophetess or seer in ancient Greek or Roman mythology, often associated with being able to deliver divine messages or predictions; a woman who is regarded as being wise, insightful, or having expert knowledge in a particular field | |
parade | n: a public procession, especially one celebrating a special day or event | |
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 | |
heroine | n: a woman admired or idealized for her courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities; a woman who is the protagonist of a literary work or film | |
motor | n: a device that converts electricity, fuel, etc. into movement and makes a machine, vehicle, etc. work | |
engine | n: a machine that converts thermal energy to mechanical work; something that has an important role used to achieve a purpose | |
keystone | n: the central stone at the top of an arch, which holds all other stones in place | |
encroach | v: to advance beyond the usual or acceptable limit gradually and often without being noticed; to infringe upon someone’s territory, rights, privacy, etc. | |
belly | n: the front part of the body below the chest, containing the stomach and bowels; the rounded or curved part of an object, such as a ship or aircraft | |
whale | n: a very large sea mammal that has a streamlined body and breathes through a blowhole on the head; a very large person; impressive in size or qualities | |
symbol | n: something visible that is used to represent something else | |
renewal | n: the process of making something new or active again; the act of renewing a subscription, license, etc. | |
multitude | n: a large number of things or people | |
faith | n: complete trust in something or someone’s ability or knowledge; a strong belief in religion, divine power, etc. | |
distant | adj: far away in space, time, or where you are; far apart in relevance, relationship, or kinship | |
immediate | adj: happening or done without delay or occurring shortly after something else | |
yawn | v: to involuntarily open one’s mouth wide and exhale due to tiredness, boredom, or a lack of oxygen; (noun) an involuntary reflex act of opening one’s mouth wide and inhaling deeply due to tiredness, boredom, or a lack of oxygen | |
arch | n: a curved structure with two supports that holds the weight of something above it, such as a bridge or the upper part of a building | |
judgment | n: the ability to form valuable opinions and make reasonable decisions | |
reform | n: the act of improving or correcting something that is wrong or bad; a change made to correct a flaw or problem | |
splinter | n: a small, thin, sharp piece of wood, glass, or other material that has broken off from a larger piece; a fragment or small piece that has separated from something larger | |
empire | n: a group of countries ruled by one leader or government | |
pacific | adj: peaceful in character or intent; tending to lessen or avoid conflict; calm or soothing in manner or tone; (noun, as “Pacific”) the largest and deepest of Earth’s oceanic divisions | |
destiny | n: the events that will inevitably happen to a particular person or thing in the future | |
universal | adj: existing or affecting everywhere or everyone | |
desire | n: a strong feeling of wanting to have or do something | |
excellence | n: the quality of being extremely good | |
vision | n: the ability to think about or see the future with imagination and intelligence; the faculty of being able to see | |
striking | adj: attractive and distinctive enough to draw notice; exceedingly appealing, frequently in an odd manner | |
portrait | n: a painting, picture; the likeness of a person, especially one showing the face | |
composition | n: the different parts of something’s elements or ingredients; the way in which the different components are organized; a piece of music written by someone | |
alike | adv: similar or identical in nature or appearance | |
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 | |
amazing | adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire | |
vignette | n: a brief or short descriptive account, episode, or story that focuses on a particular moment, person, or object; a small decorative design or illustration | |
incredible | adj: unbelievable; enormous | |
athlete | n: a person who competes in one or more sports that involve physical strength, speed, or endurance | |
overcome | v: to succeed in controlling or dealing with something, such as a problem or difficulty; to defeat or overwhelm someone | |
adversity | n: difficulties or hardships that someone faces | |
obstacle | n: a thing that blocks one’s way or prevents or hinders progress | |
flex | v: to show off one’s strength, power, or possessions; to bend or be capable of bending easily | |
pose | v: to present a risk, problem, or other issues that must be addressed | |
spotlight | n: a beam of light used to illuminate a particular area or person | |
preside | v: to be in charge of or to lead a meeting, ceremony, or organization | |
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 | |
suffer | v: to experience pain, distress, or hardship; to undergo or endure something painful or unpleasant | |
glorious | adj: having or deserving great admiration, praise, and honor; having great beauty and splendor | |
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 | |
setback | n: an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; a reversal or check in progress | |
forge | v: to fashion or shape metal by heating it and hammering it into shape; to create or develop something new or original; to form strong bonds or relationships with others | |
odd | adj: strange or unexpected; not divisible by two | |
stew | n: a dish consisting of meat and vegetables simmered in liquid typically served hot as a main course or soup; a state of mental or emotional agitation or confusion | |
virtue | n: high moral standards in behavior or attitudes | |
fortitude | n: mental or emotional strength in facing difficulty, adversity, or danger; the ability to endure hardship or pain with courage and resilience | |
mastery | n: complete control or power of something to dominate or defeat; great skill or knowledge in a particular subject or activity | |
external | adj: belonging to or situated outside of someone or something | |
contemporary | adj: belonging to the same or present time | |
controversy | n: a lot of discussion and argument about something, often involving strong feelings of anger or disapproval | |
complaint | n: a statement that expresses dissatisfaction or annoyance about something | |
nudity | n: the state or condition of being naked or unclothed; the absence of clothing, typically applied to the human body | |
masterpiece | n: a work of art that is exceptionally good or highly skilled; a great achievement | |
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 | |
pornography | n: materials such as films, photographs, or written descriptions that depict or describe sexual activity graphically or explicitly, often intended to be sexually arousing | |
courtier | n: a person who is a member of a royal court, particularly one who has a close and influential role in the court’s affairs; a person who seeks favor or recognition from those in positions of authority or power | |
husk | n: the dry, outer covering of a seed, grain, or fruit, such as the shell of a nut or the skin of a corn kernel | |
martyr | n: a person who suffers very much or is killed for the sake of their religious or political beliefs | |
triumph | n: a great victory or achievement | |
trivial | adj: of little value or importance | |
distract | v: to draw someone’s attention away from what they are trying to do | |
exhortation | n: a strong and passionate urging or encouragement to take a specific action or to adopt a particular behavior or attitude | |
glory | n: great honor or success won by notable achievements | |
uplift | n: the process of raising land to a higher elevation, or the result of this process; (verb) fill with high spirits | |
inspire | v: to make somebody fill with the desire, confidence, or enthusiasm, especially to do something creative | |
mention | v: to speak or write about something or someone briefly | |
improper | adj: not following established conventions or norms for appropriate behavior, manners, or conduct; inappropriate or unsuitable for a particular situation or context | |
destroy | v: to ruin or damage severely or completely; to eradicate or eliminate completely | |
enormous | adj: extremely large or great | |
editorial | adj: relating to the expression of opinions or interpretations in the media | |
insistence | n: the act or an instance of demanding or saying something clearly; persistence | |
compromise | v: to settle a problem or disagreement by mutual concession | |
origin | n: the first existence or beginning of something | |
fig | n: a sweet and soft edible fruit with many seeds or a tree on which these grow | |
deface | v: to mar or spoil the surface or appearance of something, typically by drawing or writing on it | |
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 | |
necessarily | adv: in an essential manner; in such a way as could not be otherwise | |
pause | v: to take a short break from talking or doing something before continuing | |
plaster | n: a substance made of lime that becomes hard as it dries and is used for the protective or decorative coating of walls and ceilings and for molding and casting decorative elements | |
upward | adv: toward the top or highest point, or a higher position or level; (adjective) extending or moving toward a higher place | |
jaw | n: either of the two bones at the bottom of the face that moves when you open your mouth; (verb) talk socially without exchanging too much information | |
geography | n: a field of science devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of the Earth |