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Word	Meaning	Advanced
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
atrocity	n: brutal act; an extremely wicked or cruel act
genocide	n: the intentional killing of a large group of people, especially those of a particular ethnic group or nation
democracy	n: a form of government in which the people have the authority to deliberate and decide legislation, or to choose governing officials to do so
exterminate	v: to destroy completely, often referring to the eradication of pests or weeds
government	n: the group of people with authority to control a country or state
extremist	n: a person who holds extreme political or religious views and who is willing to use violent or illegal methods to promote those views
militia	n: a military force comprised of trained soldiers who are usually a citizen or have other jobs
holocaust	n: the systematic killing of millions of Jews and other minority groups by the Nazis during World War II, or any similar act of mass destruction
coverage	n: the reporting or news of an important event, sports, subject, etc.; the amount, range, area, or quality of something that something provides
bury	v: to place a dead body in the ground, grave, or tomb
newsworthy	adj: worthy of being reported in the news; interesting or important enough to be of public interest or noteworthy
amazing	adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire
congressperson	n: a person who belongs to a congress, especially a member of the US House of Representatives; congressman (congressperson is used to avoid gender discrimination)
journalist	n: a person who collects and writes news stories or articles for newspapers, magazines, radio, television, or other online media
denunciation	n: the act of publicly condemning or criticizing something or someone, often done with strong disapproval or accusation
arrest	v: to take into custody
embassy	n: the diplomatic building where a country’s representatives to a foreign country are based
congressional	adj: of or relating to Congress, especially to the Congress of the United States
endangered	adj: at risk of extinction because it is facing significant threats
ape	n: a large animal with long arms, no tail, and usually a lot of body hair, including gorillas, chimpanzees, orangutans, and gibbons
gorilla	n: a large, powerful, and intelligent primate found in the forests of central Africa, with coarse black or brown fur and a distinctive face
population	n: the total number of people in a country, region, or location
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
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
groom	v: to clean, brush, and care for the fur or feathers of an animal; to prepare oneself or someone else for a special event or occasion; to make something neat; (noun, also “bridegroom”) a man who is about to be married or has recently been married
nuclear	adj: of or relating to or constituting the nucleus of an atom; deriving destructive energy from the release of atomic energy
catastrophe	n: a sudden event that causes extreme ruin and misfortune
mall	n: a large, enclosed shopping center that typically contains many stores, restaurants, and other businesses
cult	n: a small religious group, especially one that is not part of a larger religion and that is regarded as outside the norm; followers of an exclusive system of beliefs and practices
appropriate	adj: suitable or proper in the circumstances; fitting
politic	adj: wise and displaying the ability to make reasonable decisions
operate	v: to work in a particular way; to supervise something
massive	adj: enormous amount; very heavy and solid
humanity	n: all people living on the earth; the quality or state of being human rather than an animal, a machine, etc.
forth	adv: forward, outward, or onward in location, direction, or progress; into view or consideration; with confidence, boldness, or in the open
relief	n: a feeling of happiness and relaxation that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced
nowhere	adv: not in, at, or to any place; not anywhere
constituency	n: a group of people who live in a particular geographic area and are represented politically by an elected official; a body of customers or clients who regularly use a particular service or product
destine	v: to determine or set the course of something in advance, often in a way that seems predetermined or inevitable; to specify or choose someone or something for a particular fate or outcome
permanent	adj: lasting for a long time without essential change
comprise	v: to include or consist of something; the act of making up or forming something
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
chapter	n: a separate section of a written work usually numbered and titled
apartheid	n: a system of racial segregation and discrimination that was enforced in South Africa from 1948 to 1994; any similar system of discrimination or segregation based on race, ethnicity, or other factors
devote	v: to commit or dedicate oneself or one’s time, effort, or energy to a particular task or purpose
evangelical	adj: relating to or advocating a form of Protestant Christianity that emphasizes personal conversion and faith over religious rituals and central authority within the church
Jewish	adj: of or relating to people whose traditional religion is Judaism
cacophonous	adj: producing a harsh, discordant, or unpleasant mixture of sounds; characterized by a loud and jarring noise
mislead	v: to cause someone to believe something that is not true
diverse	adj: including numerous categories of individuals or entities; various
regard	v: to think about or consider somebody or something in a specified way
congeal	v: to solidify or thicken, especially by cooling or freezing; to become firm or solid, often referring to a liquid or substance
impressive	adj: arousing admiration due to size, quality, or skill
heroic	adj: courageous and daring; having or displaying qualities appropriate for legendary figures that is courage and daring
imaginary	adj: existing only in someone’s mind
upstander	n: a person who takes positive and proactive action against injustice or wrongdoing rather than being a bystander or remaining passive
bystander	n: a person who witnesses an event or situation but does not actively participate or intervene
launch	v: to send or propel something into the air or space using a device such as a rocket, missile, or spacecraft; to make something available or on sale for the first time
divest	v: to strip or rid oneself of something; to deprive or dispossess someone of a possession, title, or right
convinced	adj: completely certain about something; having a strong belief or conviction in a particular religion
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
kitsch	n: art, objects, or design considered to be tasteless and overly sentimental, often produced to appeal to popular or commercial taste rather than for artistic value
apolitical	adj: not related to or involving politics or political affairs; free from political beliefs, bias, or affiliation
dial	v: to adjust or set the controls of a machine or device by turning a controller called dial; (noun) a disc on a telephone that is rotated a fixed distance for each number called
zip	n: a fastener made of interlocking teeth or ridges that is used to join two edges or pieces of fabric; a sound or motion that resembles the sound made by a zipper when it is pulled; (of a computer) a popular file compression and archiving format; (short for Zone Improvement Plan) a system of postal codes used in the United States to help facilitate mail delivery more efficiently
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
senator	n: a member of a legislative body, especially a member of the U.S. Senate
governor	n: the person who holds the highest executive office in a state or province
legislation	n: a law or a set of laws suggested and then passed by a parliament, or the act of making or enacting laws
pending	adj: awaiting a decision or resolution; yet to be resolved
transaction	n: an instance of buying or selling something; the act or process of doing something
innovative	adj: introducing or using new methods, ideas, etc.
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
grade	n: a particular level of quality, size, importance, etc.
congress	n: a formal meeting of the representatives of different countries, constituent states, organizations, trade unions, political parties, or other groups
session	n: a formal meeting or series of meetings for the execution of a particular group’s functions; a period spent doing a particular activity
minus	adj: subtracting or taking away; having a value less than zero
incredibly	adv: in a way that is very difficult to believe; exceedingly or extremely
energize	v: to give energy or vitality to someone or something; to invigorate
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
bush	n: a plant growing thickly with many small branches and several stiff stems coming up from the root
administer	v: to oversee and control the operation or arrangement of something
stretch	v: to make or be capable of making anything longer or broader without hurting or breaking
military	adj: relating to or characteristic of members of the armed forces; of or relating to war or warfare
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
commitment	n: a promise or firm decision to do something or to behave in a certain way
instance	n: a particular example or single occurrence of something
criminal	n: a person who has committed a crime
expenditure	n: the act of spending money; the total amount of money spent
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
refugee	n: a displaced person who has crossed national borders and who cannot or is unwilling to return home due to political, religious, or economic reasons or because of a war
displace	v: to force someone or something to leave their home or place of origin, especially as a result of conflict, natural disaster, or manipulation
durable	adj: capable of lasting and being used for a long time without being damaged or destroyed
achieve	v: to successfully complete a task or goal, often through hard work, perseverance, and dedication; to attain or accomplish something that one has set out to do
authorization	n: the act or process of giving official permission, approval, or authority to do or engage in something; a legal or official document granting such permission or authority
peacekeeping	n: the act of maintaining peace, especially in conflict-prone regions or between hostile groups, usually through the deployment of a neutral military force or diplomatic initiatives
leadership	n: the ability, act, or status of leading a group of people or an organization
crisis	n: a time of great disagreement, confusion, or danger when problems must be resolved or critical decisions must be taken
evil	adj: profoundly immoral, cruel, and wicked; having or exerting a harmful effect on people
prevail	v: to be common, widespread, or frequent; to be the strongest or most powerful
surround	v: to be all around something or somebody
horseback	n: the back of a horse; the act of riding on a horse
spear	n: a weapon with a long shaft and a sharp metal point used for battle, hunting, and fishing in the past
firewood	n: wood used as fuel for fires, particularly for heating, cooking, or other purposes
humanitarian	adj: something relating to the promotion of human welfare or someone who works to promote human welfare
aid	n: things sent to help countries in need, notably food or money; support
edible	adj: fit or safe to be eaten; able to be consumed as food
rap	n: a type of music characterized by a strong, repetitive beat and lyrics that often focus on social and political issues; a reproach for some lapse or misdeed
mention	v: to speak or write about something or someone briefly
authorize	v: to give official permission or approval for something to happen; to empower or give authority to someone or something
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
troop	n: a group of soldiers, especially a large one; a group of people, animals, or things considered as a unit.
awful	adj: causing fear, dread, or terror; very bad or unpleasant
relative	adj: considered and evaluated through comparison with something else
gravity	n: the force that attracts a body towards the center of the earth or towards any other physical body having mass; a manner that is solemn
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
sufficient	adj: adequate; enough for a particular purpose or requirement
compatriot	n: a fellow citizen or countryman; someone who belongs to the same country, society, or community as oneself; a person with similar interests, beliefs, or values
prone	adj: inclined or likely to do something or to show a particular characteristic, especially something bad; lying face downward
guilt	n: the fact of having committed something illegal; the negative feelings caused by believing or knowing that you have done something wrong
consensus	n: general agreement or accord in the judgment or opinion reached by a group as a whole
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
acknowledged	adj: recognized or admitted as being true or valid
responsible	adj: answerable or accountable for something within one’s power, control, or management
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
gravitation	n: the force by which a celestial body, such as the Earth, pulls objects toward its center; the attraction between two or more objects due to their mass
magnitude	n: the extent, level, importance, or amount of something
naturally	adv: as might be expected; by natural manners
eager	adj: showing enthusiasm and a strong desire or interest to do something
reign	n: the period of time during which a monarch or government holds power; (verb) to be the king or queen
loose	adj: not securely fixed or fastened in place or able to be detached or separated from something
nuke	v: (derived from “nuclear”) to attack or destroy a place or target with a nuclear weapon; to cook food in a microwave oven; (noun) a nuclear weapon, such as a nuclear bomb or missile
bureaucracy	n: a system of government in which most of the important decisions are made by state officials rather than by elected representatives
orient	v: to position or adjust someone or something for a particular purpose; (noun) the countries of Asia
distant	adj: far away in space, time, or where you are; far apart in relevance, relationship, or kinship
suffer	v: to experience pain, distress, or hardship; to undergo or endure something painful or unpleasant
credible	adj: capable of being trusted or believed
legitimacy	n: the state or quality of being allowed and acceptable under the law; the state or quality of being founded on a reasonable or acceptable reason
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
structural	adj: associated with the way on construction or organization of anything
denounce	v: to speak out against; to strongly criticize something or someone
no-brainer	n: a decision or a problem that requires little or no thought because it is obvious what you should do
involve	v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else
alibi	n: a claim or piece of evidence that shows an individual was elsewhere at the time a crime or offense was committed and thus could not have been involved
essential	adj: indispensable; fundamental
sphere	n: a round object or geometric shape that is three-dimensional and symmetrical around a central point; a particular aspect or scope of life or activity
restore	v: to repair or return something or someone to a previous good state or position
standing	adj: existing or remaining upright; having a vertical position; (noun) social, financial, or professional status or reputation
recover	v: to return to a former condition, health, mind, or strength
relation	n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another
roost	n: a place where birds rest or sleep, typically on a branch or in a birdhouse or coop
victim	n: a person who has been harmed, injured, or otherwise negatively affected by a particular action, circumstance, or event
suicide	n: the act of killing yourself intentionally
bomb	n: a weapon that explodes and is used to kill or injure people or to cause damage to something
invasion	n: army’s act of forcibly entering another country or territory to take control of it
loot	v: steal goods from a place or person, typically during a war or riot; (noun) steal goods from a place or person, typically using force, especially in times of war or civil disorder
civilian	n: a person who is not a member of the military or armed forces; a person who is not a law enforcement officer or public official in a position of authority or responsibility
addition	n: the act or process of adding something to something else; the process of adding numbers
bond	n: a close emotional connection between two or more people; a certificate of debt that a government or corporation issues to raise money
merge	v: to combine or integrate things, or to cause this to happen
ingenious	adj: showing inventiveness and ability or skill
flame	n: a bright, visible light and heat source caused by combustion; a strong, intense feeling typically associated with passion, aggression, or anger
chase	v: to pursue something or someone to catch or capture them; to go after something vigorously or with determination; (noun) a pursuit or a hunt; a narrow groove or channel cut into a surface, often used for decorative purposes
moth	n: an insect with wings similar to a butterfly that travels at night and is attracted to light
adrenaline	n: (also “epinephrine”) a substance secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress, which makes the heart beat faster and prepares the body to react to danger
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
realistic	adj: having or showing a sensible and practical idea that is possible to achieve
masquerade	n: a party, dance, or other festive gatherings of persons wearing masks and other disguises, or a costume worn on such an occasion; making a false outward show
idealist	n: a person who is guided by ideals or principles rather than practical considerations or reality; a person who seeks to achieve a particular vision or goal for the betterment of society or humanity
decathlon	n: a combined event in athletics consisting of ten track and field events
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
troubleshoot	v: to identify and solve problems or difficulties, particularly in mechanical or technical systems or situations
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
precise	adj: sharply exact or accurate or delimited
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
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
concentration	n: the ability to focus all your time and energy on one thing without thinking about anything else.
headline	n: a heading at the top of a newspaper or magazine story or page
independence	n: freedom from another’s or others’ control or influence
colonize	v: to establish a colony in or on a specific place; to settle or occupy in large numbers
outflow	n: the leakage of fluid from a container; a natural flow of groundwater
invade	v: to enter aggressively into another’s territory by military force for conquest and occupation
overrun	v: to invade or occupy a place or territory by force, especially in large numbers; (noun) the act of taking control or overwhelming something or someone
era	n: a period that is distinct from others, typically in history
marine	adj: relating to the sea and the creatures and plants that live there
barrack	v: to provide accommodations or housing, often for military personnel or sports teams; to spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts; (noun) a large building or group of buildings that provide temporary housing for soldiers or other military personnel
wit	n: the ability to say or write things or ideas in a clever and humorous way
dawning	adj: relating to or occurring at the beginning or early stages of something; characterized by the first appearance of light or knowledge; (noun) the beginning or first appearance of something
ethnic	adj: relating or belonging to a group of people who share a cultural tradition
sectarian	adj: relating to a group or faction that is narrowly focused on its own religious, political, or ideological beliefs, often at the expense of others or in opposition to differing viewpoints
violent	adj: involving or caused by physical force or aggression against someone or something
negotiate	v: to have formal discussions with someone to reach an agreement
prevailing	adj: most frequent, widespread, or currently dominant, usually referring to a particular opinion, attitude, or trend
embodiment	n: someone or something that precisely expresses a characteristic or an idea
realm	n: a domain of activity, interest, or knowledge
convince	v: to persuade someone or make someone believe that something is true
nickname	n: a familiar or humorous name given to a person or thing instead of or as well as the real name
balk	v: to hesitate or stop abruptly before completing an action, often due to fear, uncertainty, or opposition; to refuse to comply with or agree to something
conduct	v: to organize and carry out a particular activity
negotiation	n: the process of discussing and reaching an agreement with others
aftermath	n: the consequences or results of a significant event, particularly a disaster or conflict; a period of time following a significant event
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
flee	v: to leave by running away, especially out of fear or danger
supple	adj: flexible and easy to bend or move; gracefully agile; adaptable or responsive to change or new ideas
separate	v: to force, take, or pull apart; mark as different
door-to-door	adj: involving going from one house or building to another on foot, often to sell or distribute items or conduct surveys or interviews
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
pluck	v: to pull or draw something, especially with sudden force or effort; to strip of feathers
decision	n: the act or process of making up someone’s mind about something; a choice or judgment reached after considering options
spigot	n: a valve or faucet used to control the flow of liquid from a container or pipe
fee	n: a sum of money charged for a particular service
literally	adv: in the real or original meaning of a word or phrase; in a literal sense or way; not figuratively
sharpen	v: to make something, usually a blade or point, sharp or sharper; to enhance or improve the clarity, focus, or effectiveness of something
terrain	n: the physical features of a piece of land, including hills, valleys, rivers, and forests
jerry	adj: a slang term referring to something that is improvised, makeshift, or of poor quality; jerry-rigged
viceroy	n: a governor appointed to rule a country or province in the name of a monarch
policy	n: a set of rules, guidelines, principles, or procedures that govern decision-making or action, often used in the context of business or government; a course of action or plan of action adopted or followed by an organization or individual to achieve a goal or objective
currency	n: a system of money in general use in a particular country
patrol	n: the act of guarding an area or conducting surveillance of an area to maintain order, perform security functions, or prevent crime; a group of officers or soldiers that conducts such an operation
judgment	n: the ability to form valuable opinions and make reasonable decisions
zone	n: a specific area, region, or section that is marked off or defined in some way
nonetheless	adv: in spite of what has just been said or done; nevertheless
experiment	n: the scientific test conducted to observe what happens and gain new knowledge
commissioner	n: an official member of a government department or another organization who is responsible for controlling something or performing specific duties
balance	n: a condition in which everything has the same weight or force; something left after other parts have been taken away
liberty	n: the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one’s way of life, behavior, or political views
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
bow	v: to bend your knee or body, or lower your head; (noun) a weapon made of a curved piece of wood or other flexible material, strung with a cord and used to shoot arrows
probable	adj: likely to happen or likely to be true
reticent	adj: disposed to be silent or uncommunicative; restrained or reluctant to speak; inclined to keep one’s thoughts or feelings to oneself
charm	n: the power or quality of pleasing or fascinating people
president	n: the leader of a republic, for example, the US; the person in charge of the organization such as a company, university, club, etc.
unfortunately	adv: by bad luck; unluckily
tragic	adj: causing great sadness or suffering; very unfortunate
appointment	n: a formal arrangement to meet someone at a particular time and place, especially for a reason connected with their work; the act of putting a person into a job or position of responsibility
devastating	adj: causing a great deal of destruction or damage
predicate	n: a statement or assertion about something, especially a statement in logic or grammar; (verb) to base or found on a particular fact or assumption
terrorism	n: the use of violence to attain political or religious goals or to compel a government to act
receptacle	n: a container or device used to receive or hold something; a place where things are deposited or collected
rubble	n: fragments of rock, stone, or other materials that remain after a building or other structure has been destroyed or demolished; the remains of something that has been broken down or destroyed
rescue	v: to save someone or something from a dangerous or difficult situation
stateless	adj: having no nationality or citizenship; not being affiliated with any particular state or government
represent	v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute
humankind	n: the whole of the living human inhabitants of the earth
muster	v: to gather, assemble, or bring together a group of people or things; to collect or summon for a specific purpose or mission
shaft	n: a long, narrow part or section of an arrow, hammer, golf club, etc.; a long, narrow passage consisting of the vertical part of a column
buddy	n: a close friend; a partner, especially one of a pair or team
headquarter	n: the central office or location from which a business or organization is managed
pulley	n: a wheel or set of wheels with a grooved rim around which a cord or rope runs, used to change the direction or point of application of a force, especially to lift heavy objects
quiver	v: to shake or tremble with a slight, rapid motion
shepherd	n: a person who tends and guards sheep, especially in a rural area
guidance	n: advice or instructions given to help direct someone’s behavior or decision-making
equip	v: to provide a person or a place with the things that are needed for a particular purpose or activity
shore	n: the land along the edge of a sea, lake, broad river, or other large body of water; (verb) to support by placing against something solid or rigid
crane	n: a large, tall machine used for moving heavy objects by suspending them from a beam or hook
wrap	v: to cover or enclose something entirely with paper, cloth, or other material
frame	n: a strong border or structure of the wood, metal, etc. that surrounds something such as a picture, door, or window
quest	n: a long or challenging search for something
grapple	v: to make a strenuous effort to solve a problem; to engage in a close fight or conflict without weapons
flaw	n: a fault, mistake, or weakness that causes something not to be perfect
adaptive	adj: capable of adjusting to new situations or changing conditions
viol	n: a stringed instrument, typically with six strings and frets, played with a bow, also called a viola da gamba
charter	n: a document that grants certain rights or privileges; a contract to hire or lease transportation
unacceptably	adv: in a way that is not acceptable or satisfactory
norm	n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard
lung	n: either of the two organs in the chest that people and some animals use for breathing
opposition	n: the act of disagreeing or resisting; the state of strong disagreement
obsequious	adj: excessively obedient or attentive to someone in a servile or ingratiating manner; overly eager to please or gain favor
strike	v: to wallop somebody or something with the hand, fist, or weapon; to have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
adversary	n: a person, group, or force that opposes or fights against another; an enemy or opponent
bracket	n: projecting support or fixture used to attach or bear weight; a small shelf or ledge; a punctuation mark ( [ ] ) used to enclose words, numbers, or symbols
principle	n: a fundamental law or truth that explains or controls how something happens or works
progression	n: the act or process of changing to the next stage or phase or moving forward
coalition	n: a temporary alliance formed by two or more political parties for combined action; the state of being combined into one body
wrongdoing	n: an improper or illegal behavior or action
regime	n: the organization, a system, or method that is the governing authority of a political unit
takeaway	n: a message or conclusion that can be taken away from a situation or piece of information
espouse	v: to adopt or support a particular belief, theory, or cause; to take up or support; to marry
exhibit	v: to show something in public for people to enjoy or to provide them with information
reverence	n: a deep respect for someone or something
dignity	n: the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect; high office or rank or station
micro	n: extremely small in scale or scope; one millionth
individual	n: a single person or thing, as distinct from a group
visible	adj: capable of being seen; or open to easy view
macro	n: (computing) a set of instructions that automate a frequently used series of keystrokes or mouse actions; (photography) a lens that allows you to take close-up photographs; (economics) a large-scale economic policy or system
promote	v: to encourage or persuade people to like, buy, use, do, or support something; to raise someone to a higher position or rank
affront	n: an action or statement that causes offense or disrespect to someone’s dignity or honor; a deliberate insult or slight; (verb) to insult or offend someone intentionally, often by showing disrespect or disregard for their feelings, beliefs, or social norms
boast	v: to talk about someone’s accomplishments, wealth, or abilities excessively with undue pride and self-satisfaction
inject	v: to put a liquid such as a drug or other substance into a person’s or an animal’s body using a needle and syringe (= small tube)
revolution	n: a large-scale attempt to overthrow the government of a country, often using violence or war;
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
genuine	adj: real and exactly; not pretended; sincerely felt or expressed
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
hype	n: advertisements and media discussions informing the public about a product and how nice or vital it is
melt	v: to turn from something solid into something soft or liquid as a result of heating
secured	adj: fixed or fastened firmly in place; made safe or protected from harm or danger
union	n: a group of employees who have banded together to advocate for their rights and better their working conditions; the act or the state of joining together or being joined together
legitimate	adj: accordant with or allowed by law; lawful
panic	n: a sudden strong feeling of fear that cannot be controlled and prevents reasonable thought and action
adviser	n: a person who gives advice about a particular subject
extreme	adj: very great in amount or degree
humility	n: the quality or condition of being humble; a low estimate of one’s self
awareness	n: the fact or state of knowing something exists and is important
complexity	n: the state or quality of being complicated or intricate and difficult to understand
acute	adj: extremely sharp or severe
mend	v: to repair or fix something that is broken or damaged
humble	adj: having or showing a modest or low estimate of one’s quality or importance
paralyze	v: to cause a person or part of the body to become unable to move or feel
confidence	n: the feeling or attitude that one can trust or rely on the abilities or good qualities of someone or something
competence	n: the ability to do something well or efficiently; the knowledge, skill, and ability required to perform a task or job effectively
temptation	n: the desire to do or have something that you know you should not do or have; the act of influencing by exciting hope or desire
afford	v: to have enough money or time to be able to buy or do something
partial	adj: not complete; fragmentary; favoring somebody or something very much
rely	v: to require a specific thing or the assistance and support of someone or something to continue, run properly, or succeed.
necessarily	adv: in an essential manner; in such a way as could not be otherwise
combination	n: a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities
embolden	v: to give courage or confidence to someone; to make someone feel brave or empowered; to strengthen or reinforce a position or belief