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usable | adj: able to be used; fit or ready for use or service | |
architecture | n: the art and science of designing and constructing buildings | |
delight | n: a feeling of great pleasure or happiness | |
disturb | v: to interrupt someone who is trying to work, sleep, etc. | |
ash | n: the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance, typically containing minerals and other impurities; the solid remains of a dead person after cremation | |
urban | adj: relating to or located in a town or city | |
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 | |
convention | n: a large formal assembly of people who do a particular job or have a similar interest or of a political party; something regarded as a normative example | |
obvious | adj: easy to see, discover or understand | |
blind | adj: unable to see; unable or unwilling to perceive or understand the true nature of something | |
familiarity | n: a state of being well-known or closely acquainted with someone or something; the quality of being easily recognized or understood; a feeling of comfort or ease in a particular environment or with a certain situation | |
assemble | v: to collect in one place as a single group | |
productive | adj: resulting in or making a lot or a significant amount of something, especially something of value | |
nihilist | n: a person who rejects all religious, moral, and political beliefs and values; a person who believes life is meaningless and void of purpose | |
subtraction | n: the process or action of removing one number from another; the mathematical operation of finding the difference between two numbers or quantities | |
obstruction | n: something that blocks the path or progress of something else; an obstacle or barrier that impedes movement, action, or progress | |
interference | n: the act or process of getting involved in and trying to influence a specific situation; the state of being affected and influenced with | |
naturally | adv: as might be expected; by natural manners | |
sleepwalk | v: to walk about or perform other physical activities while asleep or in a sleep-like state; to engage in automatic behavior while asleep | |
competition | n: a situation in which someone is attempting to beat or outperform another | |
exhibition | n: a public event or display of works of art, scientific or industrial objects, or other items of interest, usually held in a museum or art gallery | |
pavilion | n: a large, often ornate tent or booth, often used for entertainment or public events; a building or structure, often in a park or other public space, used for meetings, exhibitions, or social gatherings | |
exposition | n: a comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory; a collection of things, such as goods or works of art, etc., for public display | |
context | n: the circumstances, facts, or conditions that surround a particular event, situation, or statement and that give it meaning | |
primary | adj: first or highest in rank, order, or importance; most fundamental or essential; pertaining to the initial or introductory stage of something, such as a school year or election cycle | |
atmosphere | n: the mass of air that surrounds the Earth; the pervading tone or mood of a place, situation, or creative work | |
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 | |
atom | n: the smallest unit of ordinary matter that forms a chemical element, composed of a nucleus and one or more electrons bound to the nucleus | |
proposal | n: a formal suggestion or offer, sometimes a written one | |
reaction | n: a response that reveals a person’s feelings or attitude; (in chemistry) a process in which one or more substances are changed into others | |
saturate | v: to completely fill or soak something with a substance; to completely permeate or imbue something with a particular quality or element; to make something thoroughly absorbed | |
emergent | adj: starting to exist or view, or to become known | |
nation | n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture | |
fee | n: a sum of money charged for a particular service | |
insatiable | adj: impossible to satisfy or content; having a strong desire or craving that is excessive or unquenchable | |
appetite | n: a natural desire or craving for food or drink; a strong desire or liking for something | |
visual | adj: relating to seeing or sight | |
stimulation | n: the act of arousing interest or activity in something; the action of providing a stimulus | |
digital | adj: processing or storing information as a succession of 1 and 0 to show that a signal is present or missing; relating to the use of computer technology, especially the internet | |
virtuosity | n: a very high degree of skill, fluency, or style in performing or playing | |
definition | n: a concise explanation of the meaning of a word, phrase, or symbol | |
orthodoxy | n: adherence to a conventional or widely accepted set of beliefs or practices, especially in religion or politics; the accepted or established doctrine or teachings of a particular group or institution | |
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 | |
rethink | v: to consider again a plan, idea, etc., especially to change it | |
dependence | n: the state or condition of relying or depending on someone or something else; a relationship in which one person or thing is influenced, controlled, or supported by another | |
vision | n: the ability to think about or see the future with imagination and intelligence; the faculty of being able to see | |
pump | v: to cause water, air, gas, etc. to move from one place to another by using mechanical equipment; to get or supply something such as money, information, etc. in significant quantities | |
filter | n: any of several types of equipment or systems used to separate particles from liquids or gases or to remove specific forms of light | |
mist | n: a cloud of very small drops of water collecting in the air just above the ground or water | |
array | n: a large group or collection of things or people, especially one that is impressive or attractive | |
fog | n: a thick cloud consisting of tiny water droplets or ice crystals suspended in the air at or near the Earth’s surface; a weather condition in which visibility is reduced because of a cloud of water | |
nozzle | n: a tube or spout through which a liquid or gas is discharged, particularly one attached to a hose, pump, or spray gun | |
structure | n: the way of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts, or a complex thing constructed of many parts | |
shifting | adj: constantly changing or moving | |
temperature | n: the degree of hotness or coldness of a thing or place | |
humidity | n: the amount of water vapor in the air, typically as a percentage of the maximum that the air could hold at that temperature | |
dew | n: the tiny drops of water that have condensed on a cool surface overnight | |
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 | |
calibrate | v: to measure or adjust something, typically a machine or device, to ensure accurate functioning or to match a standard or desired level of performance | |
degree | n: a unit of measurement for angles, temperature, or level of proficiency or achievement; a rank or level of academic or professional attainment | |
distribute | v: to give something to a large number of individuals, or to spread or furnish something | |
responsive | adj: quick to respond or react to something | |
construct | v: to build or create something; to assemble or combine different parts to form something whole | |
tensegrity | n: a structural principle based on the use of discontinuous compression elements in a network of continuous tension, allowing for lightweight and stable structures | |
delicate | adj: very fine, subtle, and pleasing; easily broken or damaged or destroyed | |
column | n: one of the vertical blocks that split content on a page or screen from top to bottom; an upright pillar that often supports an arch, entablature, or other structure or stands alone as a monument | |
interface | n: (computer science) a program that controls a display for the user and that allows the user to interact with the system; (chemistry) a surface forming a common boundary between two things | |
artificial | adj: not natural and made by human beings; not real but produced to resemble something | |
norm | n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard | |
blur | n: a faint or indistinct image or sound; something that is not clear or distinct; (verb) to become unclear; to lose clear vision | |
steppe | n: a vast, wide, and usually treeless plain, typically found in semi-arid or arid regions, characterized by fertile soil and grassy vegetation, often used for grazing livestock; an expansive and open grassland ecosystem found in Eurasia and North America | |
habitable | adj: able to be lived in, suitable or fit for living in, providing sufficient conditions for survival and well-being | |
medium | adj: of a size, amount, or level that is average or intermediate; (noun) a means or instrumentality for storing or communicating information | |
featureless | adj: lacking distinctive qualities, characteristics, or features; plain, unremarkable, or nondescript | |
purposeful | adj: having a specific aim or purpose; determined | |
dimension | n: a measurable extent of a particular kind, such as width, height, or length | |
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 | |
erase | v: to remove something completely, especially by rubbing it | |
optical | adj: of or relating to or light or the ability to see; (noun) the science of light and vision, and to instruments and techniques used in the study and application of light | |
whiteout | n: a meteorological phenomenon occurring in winter conditions, where snowfall and strong winds create a uniform, featureless white appearance that obscures visibility | |
pulse | n: the regular heartbeat as it sends blood around the body, especially when it is felt at the wrist or side of the neck; a solid regular vibration of sound, electric current, light, or other waves | |
absolutely | adv: without restriction or limitation; completely or utterly | |
pride | n: a feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one’s achievements | |
spectacular | adj: striking or impressive to look at or in performance or achievement | |
spectacle | n: something or someone seen, especially a notable or unusual sight; an optical device consisting of a frame that houses a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision | |
disperse | v: to spread out or distribute over a broad region, or to cause something to do so | |
dramatic | adj: very sudden, very excellent, or full of action and excitement | |
buildup | n: the accumulation or increase of something over time | |
climax | n: the most intense or exciting moment of an event or experience; the point of highest dramatic tension or emotional intensity in a story, plot, or performance | |
replace | v: to take the place of something | |
attenuate | v: to weaken or reduce the intensity of something, such as a sound, feeling, or substance; to make something thinner or less dense | |
sustained | adj: lasting for a long time or continuing for a long time without becoming weaker or less intense | |
apprehension | n: the act of apprehending or arresting someone; a feeling of anxiety, worry, or uncertainty about something that may happen in the future; understanding or comprehension of something, particularly a complex or abstract concept or idea | |
novel | n: an extended fictional work in prose; usually in the form of a story; (adjective) original and of a kind not seen before | |
disorient | v: to make someone confused about where they are or where they should go | |
ascend | v: to go or move upward; to become king or queen; to inherit something, such as a power | |
angel | n: a spiritual being believed to be a messenger of God often depicted as having wings and a halo | |
deck | n: a flat surface that is usually made of wood or other material and is attached to a building, vehicle, or other structure | |
moving | adj: causing strong emotions or feelings, especially sadness or sympathy | |
theme | n: a subject or topic of discourse or artistic representation | |
absolute | adj: perfect or complete or to the most considerable degree possible | |
sensibility | n: mental responsiveness and awareness toward something | |
doll | n: a child’s toy that typically represents a human figure, especially a young girl; an attractive woman; a woman who is subservient or passive | |
abundance | n: a significant amount of something; the situation in which there is too much of something | |
convince | v: to persuade someone or make someone believe that something is true | |
adapt | v: to make fit for or change to suit a new purpose or environment | |
icon | n: a picture or statue of a holy person considered to be a sacred thing; a little icon on the screen of a computer or smartphone that denotes an application or a file | |
represent | v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute | |
doubt | n: a feeling of being uncertain about something, especially about how good or accurate it is | |
temporary | adj: not lasting or be used for a very long | |
ultimate | adj: furthest or highest in degree or order | |
destroy | v: to ruin or damage severely or completely; to eradicate or eliminate completely | |
apparition | n: the appearance of a ghost or ghost-like image; a sudden and unexpected appearance of something or someone | |
edible | adj: fit or safe to be eaten; able to be consumed as food | |
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 | |
bestow | v: to give something to somebody, especially as an honor or present | |
architect | n: a person whose job is to design plans to be used in making something, such as buildings | |
independence | n: freedom from another’s or others’ control or influence | |
installation | n: the act or process of fixing furniture, a machine, or a piece of equipment into position so that it can be used; the act or process of putting into an office or a position | |
commit | v: to do something illegal or wrong | |
profit | n: money that is earned in business or by selling things after deducting the costs involved | |
organization | n: a group of people who work together for a shared purpose | |
experimental | adj: relating to or based on new ideas, forms, methods, etc. that have not been tried before, usually to find out what effect they have | |
mount | v: to increase, go up, or advance gradually or continuously; to prepare and supply with the necessary equipment for execution or performance; to ride on something or someone | |
retrospective | adj: looking back on or dealing with past events or situations, particularly those that are considered important or influential; an exhibition or showing of a particular artist’s work, covering an extended period of time | |
feat | n: a notable or impressive achievement, especially one that requires great skill or bravery | |
resist | v: to refuse to accept something and attempt to prevent it from happening | |
statistics | n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data | |
foundation | n: the lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level; a fundamental basis or principle upon which something is built or established; an organization that provides funding or support for charitable or educational purposes | |
parasite | n: an organism that lives on or in another organism and benefits by deriving nutrients at the other’s expense | |
uncomfortable | adj: providing or feeling physical discomfort or slight pain | |
invention | n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation; the act of inventing | |
suppose | v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible | |
cohesive | adj: causing cohesion; bringing people or things together | |
resolve | v: to find a suitable answer to the problems or difficulty | |
recurring | adj: happening or occurring again periodically or repeatedly | |
hostility | n: aggressive or unfriendly feelings or behavior | |
install | v: to fix furniture, a machine, or a piece of equipment into position so that it can be used; put into an office or a position | |
separate | v: to force, take, or pull apart; mark as different | |
belong | v: to be the property of someone or something; to be a member or part of a group; to be in the proper or appropriate place | |
partition | n: a physical divider or barrier that divides a space or area into two or more separate parts; a separation or division of something into different parts or sections | |
acoustic | adj: relating to sound or the sense of hearing | |
dot | n: a very small circular mark, especially one that is printed | |
element | n: a fundamental or essential part of something | |
robotic | adj: of or relating to mechanical robots; (robotics) the interdisciplinary branch of computer science and engineering with the practical use of robots | |
drill | n: a tool or machine used for making round holes or driving fasteners; a training or practice | |
cruise | n: a voyage on a large ship for pleasure; driving or traveling at a leisurely pace | |
damage | v: to harm or cause injury to something or someone, often resulting in decreased value or functionality; to impair or negatively affect something, such as a reputation or relationship; (noun) harm or injury that is caused to a person, thing, or entity | |
honeybee | n: a type of bee that is known for producing honey and pollinating flowers | |
brain | n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling | |
mar | v: to damage or spoil the appearance or surface of something | |
government | n: the group of people with authority to control a country or state | |
intelligent | adj: having the capacity for thought and reason, especially to a high degree | |
navigate | v: to plan and direct the way that a ship, plane, etc. will travel, often by using a map | |
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 | |
linear | adj: of, relating to, or consisting of lines or length; able to be expressed as a straight line, especially on a graph | |
random | adj: made, done, or happening without method, conscious decision, or any regular pattern | |
generate | v: to produce or create something; to make offspring by reproduction | |
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 | |
pierce | v: to cut or make a way through with a sharp instrument | |
locate | v: to specify or determine the exact position of someone or something | |
initially | adv: at the beginning; at first | |
lone | adj: solitary or single | |
blemish | n: a mark or imperfection that detracts from the appearance of something, typically a person’s skin or features; (verb) to spoil, mar, or damage the appearance or quality of something | |
increasingly | adv: more and more | |
perforate | v: to make small holes or punctures in something, often with a tool or sharp object | |
eventually | adv: finally, particularly after a long time or a lot of struggle, complications, and so on | |
align | v: to put or arrange two or more things in a straight line or to form a straight line | |
sect | n: a group of people who follow a particular religious or philosophical belief system, especially one that is regarded as outside the norm or mainstream | |
unstable | adj: lacking solidity, persistence, or firmness and therefore not strong, safe, or likely to continue; lacking control of one’s emotions | |
constant | adj: happening repeatedly or all the time | |
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 | |
groan | v: to make a low, moaning sound, often indicating pain, discomfort, or dissatisfaction | |
annoying | adj: making someone feel slightly angry | |
blackout | n: a loss of electric power for a general region; a suspension of radio or TV broadcasting; a momentary loss of consciousness | |
security | n: the state of being free from danger, risk, or harm; measures taken to protect against threats or attacks; a financial asset, such as a stock or bond that derives value exclusively from the ownership interest or claim to a particular underlying asset or obligation | |
neutral | adj: not helping or assisting either side in a conflict, argument, etc. | |
artwork | n: the pieces of art, such as pictures and photographs used in books, magazines, etc. | |
display | v: to exhibit or show something to others, often to attract attention or demonstrate its features, properties, or value | |
actively | adv: in a way that involves taking action or participating actively; with energy and determination | |
compete | v: to strive to achieve more success than someone or something | |
acoustics | n: a branch of physics that deals with the study of mechanical waves in gases, liquids, and solids, including topics such as vibration, sound, ultrasound, and infrasound | |
nuisance | n: something or someone that causes annoyance, inconvenience, or discomfort; an unpleasant or irritating thing or person | |
exposed | adj: having no protection or shield from something, such as bad weather, attack, or criticism | |
discomfort | n: a feeling of being uncomfortable physically or mentally or being embarrassed; a slight pain | |
encompass | v: to surround or cover something completely; to include a large number of or different types of things entirely | |
curator | n: a person whose job is to manage the objects or artworks in a museum, art gallery, etc. | |
fin | n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance | |
institute | n: an organization that has a specific purpose, particularly one dealing with science, education, or a particular profession; (verb) to initiate, introduce, or establish something | |
contemporary | adj: belonging to the same or present time | |
waterfront | n: the area of land along the edge of a body of water, such as a lake, river, or ocean | |
introduction | n: a preliminary explanation or remarks given before the start of a text, performance, or event; the act of bringing something new into existence or introducing something to a wider audience or new market | |
negotiate | v: to have formal discussions with someone to reach an agreement | |
outward | adj: relating to the external appearance or surface of something; visible | |
contradictory | adj: containing or consisting of conflicting or incompatible elements | |
desire | n: a strong feeling of wanting to have or do something | |
inwardly | adv: in one’s inner thoughts, feelings, emotions, or mental states; about one’s internal or subjective experience | |
objective | n: a goal, aim, or purpose that is intended or sought after; a goal that is based on facts, evidence, or unbiased reasoning rather than personal opinions, feelings, or beliefs; (adjective) of or relating something that is based on facts and not influenced by personal feelings or biases | |
architectural | adj: of or relating to the design and construction of buildings and other structures and the features and style of such structures | |
conceit | n: an excessively high opinion of oneself; self-importance | |
incorporate | v: to include something as a part of a larger entity | |
dispense | v: to distribute, allocate, or deliver something to the intended recipients | |
dose | n: a quantity or amount of medicine or a drug that is taken or administered at one time, typically measured out in specific units; a similar measure of exposure to a harmful substance or radiation | |
choreograph | v: to compose a sequence of dance steps, often to music | |
squeeze | v: to apply pressure from two or more sides; to hold someone or something tightly in your arms, usually with fondness | |
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 | |
compress | v: to press or squeeze together to make something take up less space | |
elevator | n: a mechanical device used for vertical transportation, typically in multi-story buildings, consisting of a compartmentalized platform that moves between floors | |
studio | n: a room or building where creative or artistic work is produced; a television or radio production company | |
apartment | n: a self-contained living unit within a larger building or complex, typically consisting of one or more rooms or an open space used for living, cooking, and sleeping | |
deny | v: to state that one refuses to admit the existence or truth of something | |
backdrop | n: a painted or photographed scene or setting that is used as a background for a stage, film, or other performance | |
panoramic | adj: relating to an unobstructed and wide view of an extensive area; all-encompassing | |
intention | n: something you want to do and are going to do | |
unfortunately | adv: by bad luck; unluckily | |
lenticular | adj: having the shape or form of a lens or lentil; flat and usually circular with rounded edges, often referring to cloud formations that resemble lenses or smooth, saucer-like objects | |
perpendicular | adj: forming, situated at, or being at a right angle to a given line or plane; upright or vertical; at right angles to the horizon | |
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 | |
eliminate | v: to remove or get rid of someone or something | |
mayor | n: an elected official who presides over a city or town government | |
culminate | v: to reach a peak or climax | |
hook | n: a curved device used for suspending, holding, or pulling something, especially one attached to a surface for hanging things on; a sharp curve or crook | |
suspend | v: to stop something from continuing or being in force or effect, either temporarily or permanently; to hang something freely | |
cantilever | n: a long projecting beam or structure that is anchored at one end and carries a load at the other end, often used to support balconies, walkways, and bridges | |
portion | n: one component of a larger entity | |
substantial | adj: fairly large in size, value, or importance | |
stick | v: to put something, usually a sharp object, into something; to restrict yourself to doing or using one certain thing and not change; (noun) a thin piece of wood or other material | |
server | n: a computer program or a device from which other computers get information; a person who serves food in a restaurant | |
curate | n: a clergyman who is in charge of a parish; a person in charge of a museum, gallery, or church, responsible for the care and display of its collections and exhibitions; (verb) to carefully select, organize, and maintain items in a collection, exhibition, or presentation | |
frame | n: a strong border or structure of the wood, metal, etc. that surrounds something such as a picture, door, or window | |
device | n: a piece of equipment, tool, or technology that serves a particular purpose or function, often mechanical or electronic | |
edit | v: to prepare written material for publication by correcting, condensing, or otherwise modifying it | |
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 | |
industrial | adj: of or relating to or resulting from industry | |
ceiling | n: a room’s top interior surface | |
expose | v: to show something by uncovering it; to make something accessible to some action or influence | |
texture | n: the feel or appearance of a surface or substance | |
hypnotic | adj: inducing sleep; causing sleepiness, mainly as a result of a repetitive noise or motion | |
electronics | n: the branch of physics and technology that deals with the behavior and control of electrons and the use of electronic devices and systems | |
lava | n: molten rock that has been extruded from a volcano and solidified; a highly fluid, highly heated substance or material | |
convergent | adj: tending to come together or meet at a point; merging or intersecting; characterized by similarities or commonalities, particularly in different fields or areas of knowledge | |
technological | adj: based on scientific and industrial progress | |
hypnosis | n: a mental state characterized by focused attention, relaxation, and heightened suggestibility, often induced for therapeutic or entertainment purposes | |
renovation | n: the process of improving, repairing, or modernizing a building, room, or other structure; the state of being improved or repaired in this way | |
facility | n: a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry | |
expansion | n: the process of becoming larger or more extensive, or the result of this process | |
testosterone | n: a male hormone that is responsible for the development of male secondary sex characteristics | |
extent | n: the point or degree or area to which something extends | |
isolate | v: to physically or socially separate someone or something from other people or things | |
obsession | n: the state in which a person’s mind is filled with thoughts of one single object or particular person | |
purge | v: to remove or get rid of something, especially that is unwanted or impure | |
distract | v: to draw someone’s attention away from what they are trying to do | |
tuck | v: to push a stray piece of clothing or material into a particular area or position, especially to make it more orderly or comfortable | |
descend | v: to move downward and lower; to come from, or to be connected by a relationship of blood | |
identity | n: the fact of being who or what somebody or something is; the features, emotions, or ideas that distinguish persons from one another | |
expand | v: to increase or to make something greater in size, number, or importance | |
lobby | n: a large area inside the entrance of a public building where people can meet and wait; a group of people who try to persuade a politician, the government, or an official group to influence legislation | |
accessible | adj: capable of being reached, easily got, or seen | |
hermetic | adj: completely sealed or airtight, often used to describe a container or space; having a mysterious or hard-to-understand quality, often used to describe a text or idea that is difficult to interpret or decode | |
strip | v: to remove the surface from something; (noun) a sizeable narrow piece of something such as paper, metal, cloth, etc., or area of land, sea, etc. | |
canopy | n: a covering, typically of fabric, supported on poles or suspended above a bed, throne, or other object, used to shelter or screen the person or object below it | |
Broadway | n: a famous street in New York City, specifically in the borough of Manhattan, renowned for its theaters and musical productions; the commercial theater district and the theater industry in general | |
massive | adj: enormous amount; very heavy and solid | |
chamber | n: a large room used for a formal, public, or particular purpose; one of the parts of a parliament | |
notion | n: a general idea or understanding of something, particularly an abstract or complex concept; a belief or opinion, often one that is not based on solid evidence or facts | |
salon | n: a place for social gathering, especially for exchanging ideas and discussing artistic or cultural matters; a place of beauty treatment, such as a hair salon | |
intimacy | n: close familiarity or friendship; a close, familiar, and usually affectionate or loving personal relationship with another person | |
subway | n: an underground railway system, typically in a city | |
rumble | v: to make a low, heavy continuous sound | |
coffin | n: a box or container used to bury a dead body; a case or structure resembling a coffin | |
gutter | n: a channel along the edge of a road or structure for carrying away rainwater | |
aisle | n: a passage between rows of seats in a theater, airplane, or other public building, typically one of two or more running parallel with the main body of the structure | |
absorb | v: to take in a fluid or other substance gradually | |
reflective | adj: showing or characterized by deep thought; capable of physically sending back light or sound | |
concert | n: a musical performance given in public by one or more players or singers | |
fishery | n: an area of water where fish are caught in large quantities for living; a business or practice of catching and selling fish | |
junk | n: discarded or unused material or objects, often considered worthless or of little value; also used to describe cheap or poorly made items or food that is high in calories but lacking in nutrition | |
rid | v: to make someone or something free of unwanted or unpleasant tasks, objects, or person | |
restricted | adj: limited in extent, number, scope, or action, especially by official rules, laws, etc. | |
partial | adj: not complete; fragmentary; favoring somebody or something very much | |
wrap | v: to cover or enclose something entirely with paper, cloth, or other material | |
keyboard | n: device consisting of a set of keys on a piano, typewriter, computer, etc., that you press to make it work | |
engineer | n: a person whose job is designing, building, or maintaining something such as machines, structures, or software | |
performer | n: a person who entertains an audience or group by presenting artistic or theatrical acts, such as an actor, musician, dancer, or singer | |
excess | n: an amount or quantity beyond what is acceptable, expected, or reasonable | |
theatrical | adj: relating to drama, acting, or the theater; having the quality of a performance or show | |
intermission | n: a break or pause in performance, play, or event | |
arrival | n: the act or situation of coming or being brought to a place; accomplishment of an objective | |
bioengineering | n: the application of engineering principles to the design and production of biological systems and products | |
entail | v: to involve or require something as necessary, particularly as a consequence of a particular situation or action; to impose a burden or restriction on something | |
resin | n: a sticky, viscous substance typically obtained from trees and plants, particularly conifers and evergreens; a material used in the manufacture of adhesives, plastics, and other products, particularly those that require stiffness or abrasion resistance | |
veneer | n: a thin layer of material applied to the surface of something for decoration or protection; a superficial or deceptive outward appearance that conceals the true nature of something beneath it | |
seamless | adj: without spaces or breaks between one part and the next | |
continuity | n: the state or quality of being continuous, uninterrupted, or consistent; the maintenance of a connection, sequence, or pattern | |
belt | v: to sing loudly and forcefully; to hit someone or something hard; (noun) a strip of leather or other material worn to tie or buckle something around the body | |
proscenium | n: the part of a theater stage that is framed by an arch and is in front of the curtain | |
mockup | n: a full-scale or scaled-down model or representation of a design or concept, typically used for demonstration, evaluation, or testing purposes before the final product is produced | |
buzz | v: to make a continuous, low humming sound such as the one bee makes; an exciting and active atmosphere | |
chandelier | n: a branched decorative light fixture designed to be mounted on ceilings or walls | |
exude | v: to emit or release a liquid, smell, or expression gradually and slowly; to display an emotion, quality, or characteristic in a spontaneous and natural way | |
glow | v: to give out a steady, strong light | |
temporarily | adv: for a limited time only or not permanently |