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Word	Meaning	Advanced
slide	v: to move or cause to move smoothly along a surface without interruption
straight	adj: extending or moving in one direction without bending or curving; having no deviations
logical	adj: characterized by clear and sound reasoning; following a rational and systematic approach; based on or in accordance with logic or reason
relate	v: to establish a connection or association between two or more things; to narrate or tell about an event, experience, or relationship; to empathize or feel sympathy with someone or something
convince	v: to persuade someone or make someone believe that something is true
notoriety	n: the state of being widely known, especially for something negative or notorious; a negative reputation or fame
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
comic	adj: funny and making you laugh
concerned	adj: feeling worry or interest about something; showing interest or attention
context	n: the circumstances, facts, or conditions that surround a particular event, situation, or statement and that give it meaning
weird	adj: extraordinary, unexpected, or difficult to explain
premise	n: a statement or proposition that is held to be true or from which a conclusion can be drawn
photograph	n: a picture or image that is produced by a camera; a visual representation or record of a person, object, or scene that has been captured electronically or on film
fairly	adv: to a certain extent or degree; without favoring one party in an evenhanded manner
serene	adj: calm, peaceful, and untroubled; free from disturbances or worries
downtown	adv: in or towards the central area of a town or city
construct	v: to build or create something; to assemble or combine different parts to form something whole
garage	n: a building or part of a building used to store a vehicle or vehicles, typically a car
structure	n: the way of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts, or a complex thing constructed of many parts
avenue	n: a wide road in a town or city, especially with trees or tall buildings on both sides; a line of approach
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
deny	v: to state that one refuses to admit the existence or truth of something
upstage	v: to distract attention from someone or something else, often intentionally; to move upstage in a theater, away from the audience, thus taking a more prominent position on the stage; (adverb) at or toward the rear of the stage
accommodation	n: a place to live, work, or stay, particularly for a temporary or short-term period; adjustment or adaptation to meet various needs or circumstances
inclusive	adj: including much or everything, and especially including stated limits; not excluding any of the people, things, ideas, etc. involved in something
bunch	n: a grouping of several similar things which are growing or fastened together
cardboard	n: a stiff, thick material made from compressed paper pulp used to make boxes and other packaging materials
loop	n: a shape like a curve or a circle made by something long and thin, such as a piece of string, that bends round and crosses itself
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
architect	n: a person whose job is to design plans to be used in making something, such as buildings
preliminary	adj: serving as a preparation for something more important or extensive; introductory; taking place before the main event or decision
slice	n: a flat, often thin, piece of bread, meat, cheese, etc., that has been cut from a larger piece; a wound made by cutting
ultimate	adj: furthest or highest in degree or order
string	n: long, thin material used for tying things together, composed of several twisted threads
tap	v: to hit someone or something quickly, gently, and often repeatedly; to use existing resources, such as energy, knowledge, etc.
resilient	adj: able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions
strength	n: the quality or state of being physically, or sometimes mentally, strong
accidental	adj: happening or existing by chance or unintentionally
discovery	n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known
mad	adj: insane, especially due to a mental illness; very angry
postmodern	adj: relating to or characterized by a rejection of objective truth and global cultural narratives and instead emphasizing the role of personal interpretation
translate	v: to convert or change words into another language
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
architectural	adj: of or relating to the design and construction of buildings and other structures and the features and style of such structures
intuitive	adj: obtained through feelings rather than facts or proof
proposal	n: a formal suggestion or offer, sometimes a written one
contract	n: a legally binding agreement between two or more parties, setting out their rights and obligations to each other, typically in writing and enforceable by law
sake	n: purpose; reason for wanting something done
sketch	n: a simple, quickly-made picture that does not have many details; a short descriptive summary of something
napkin	n: a small piece of cloth or paper used for wiping one’s mouth and hands while eating; a decorative cloth placed on a table for formal occasions
drawing	n: the act of making a picture with a pencil, pen, or other instruments on paper, cardboard, or other material
competition	n: a situation in which someone is attempting to beat or outperform another
exciting	adj: causing a lot of interest or excitement
zigzag	adj: having short sharp turns or angles
dialogue	n: a conversation in a book, play, or film
wander	v: to walk around slowly or to a place, often without any clear purpose or direction
craft	n: an activity that requires a particular skill in making things with one’s hands
magic	n: beliefs and actions employed to influence supernatural beings and forces; any art or performance that invokes supernatural powers
carve	v: to create something by cutting wood or stone; to turn sharply
foam	n: a mass of small air bubbles formed on the surface of a liquid; a substance that forms a lather when mixed with water
scan	v: to examine something hastily, with the eyes or with a machine, to get information
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
jay	n: a type of bird that belongs to the crow family and is known for its brightly colored feathers and loud, raucous call
headquarter	n: the central office or location from which a business or organization is managed
delay	v: to cause something to happen at a later time than originally intended or expected
toxic	adj: of or relating to or caused by a poison; poisonous
clue	n: an object, a piece of evidence, or some information that helps someone to find the answer to a problem, question, or mystery
temporary	adj: not lasting or be used for a very long
confer	v: to have a meeting or discussion to come to a decision or agreement or exchange ideas; to bestow something
drag	v: to pull or haul with force
hometown	n: the town or city where one was born or grew up
carp	n: a type of freshwater fish found in many parts of the world, typically with a scaleless body, barbels around the mouth, and erect fins; (verb) to complain or find fault with something repeatedly
bathtub	n: a large container, typically made of porcelain or acrylic, for holding water in which a person can bathe
interior	n: the inside or inner part of something; the space within the walls of a building
pedestal	n: a base or support on which something, typically a statue, column, etc., is placed
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
imagery	n: the use of words or pictures in books, photographs, paintings, etc., that produces pictures in the minds of people; the ability to form mental images of things or events
assistant	n: someone who helps or supports someone else to do a job
souvenir	n: an object, often a small item, that is kept as a reminder or memento of a person, place, or event; a keepsake
salesperson	n: a person whose job is to sell goods in a shop or directly to customers
highlight	v: to make something prominent, mainly so that people give it more attention
creditor	n: a person, company, etc. to whom a debtor owes money
participate	v: to take part in something
blade	n: the flat part of a knife, weapon, or machine with a very thin edge used for cutting
canal	n: a long and narrow strip of water made artificially either for boats and ships to travel along or for irrigation
mess	n: a state of confusion, dirtiness, or untidiness; (verb) to fail to do something or to make something dirty or untidy
chain	n: a series of connected links or objects; a system or group of interconnected elements; a restraint or shackle
fencing	n: the art or practice of fighting with swords, especially with foils, épées, or sabers, according to certain rules
quantity	n: the amount or number of something; magnitude
absorb	v: to take in a fluid or other substance gradually
denial	n: a statement that something is not true or does not exist
fascinate	v: to attract and hold the attention of someone deeply and irresistibly
forgiveness	n: the act of stopping feeling angry or resentful towards someone for a mistake or offense with compassion
homage	n: a show of respect or honor, often by performing an act of reverence or by paying tribute
perspective	n: a confident attitude toward something; a particular style of thinking about something
cancer	n: abnormal growth of cells that can invade and destroy surrounding tissues and organs; a disease characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells
collide	v: to hit something violently when moving
compose	v: to write music, poetry, or formal writing; to constitute or make up a whole, or a specified part of it
binocular	n: (often used in plural form) a device or instrument designed for use with both eyes simultaneously, enabling a viewer to see objects in a three-dimensional perspective and with greater depth perception; (adjective) relating to or involving both eyes, especially when viewing through a device such as a pair of binoculars; involving or requiring the use of both eyes
rid	v: to make someone or something free of unwanted or unpleasant tasks, objects, or person
incredible	adj: unbelievable; enormous
interaction	n: the act of connecting with someone, mainly when working, playing, or spending time with them
ante	n: a mandatory bet or contribution made by all players in a game of cards or gambling as a prerequisite for participation; any initial or essential action or investment required for a particular endeavor
hell	n: the place thought to be where bad people go and are punished after death, often depicted as being located beneath the earth; an extraordinarily unpleasant or difficult place
metal	n: a solid material that is typically hard, shiny, malleable, fusible, and ductile, with good electrical and thermal conductivity, and often used as a structural material, a conductor of heat or electricity, or for decorative purposes
rough	adj: not quite exact or correct; having or caused by an irregular surface
carpenter	n: a woodworker whose job is to make or repair wooden objects
frustration	n: the feeling of being upset or annoyed as a result of being unable to change or achieve something
jasper	n: a dense, opaque variety of quartz that is typically red, brown, or yellow in color and often used as a gemstone or in decorative objects
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
metalwork	n: the art or craft of working with metals, particularly in a decorative or functional context; objects produced through metalworking techniques
duct	n: a tube, pipe, or channel for conveying air, water, or other substances
ceiling	n: a room’s top interior surface
opportune	adj: suitable or happening at a time that is suitable or convenient for a particular purpose
exhibit	v: to show something in public for people to enjoy or to provide them with information
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
craftsman	n: a skilled worker who creates handmade objects, especially one who works with wood, metal, or other materials
realization	n: the act or process of understanding or becoming aware of something; the act of achieving or completing something that was planned or desired; the act of making something real or tangible
architecture	n: the art and science of designing and constructing buildings
miller	n: a person who operates a mill (= a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing), especially a grain mill
complexity	n: the state or quality of being complicated or intricate and difficult to understand
philosophy	n: the study of general and fundamental questions, such as those about existence, reason, knowledge, values, mind
trite	adj: lacking originality or freshness; overused, common, or clichéd; lacking in depth or significance due to being overly familiar or predictable
cafeteria	n: a restaurant where customers serve themselves from a counter and pay for what they have taken, often found in factories, colleges, hospitals, etc.
interact	v: to communicate or react with somebody
nowhere	adv: not in, at, or to any place; not anywhere
copper	n: a chemical element that is a soft, malleable, and ductile metal with very high thermal and electrical conductivity
galvanize	v: to stimulate or shock someone into taking action; to cover metal containing zinc to protect it from rust
gauge	n: an instrument for measuring and displaying the amount, level, or contents of something; (verb) to judge tentatively or form an estimate of something
buckle	v: to bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat; (noun) a device used for fastening two loose ends of a belt or strap
undo	v: to reverse the effect of an action or event, typically one that is recent or specific
aesthetic	adj: connected with the enjoyment or study of beauty
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
sloppy	adj: characterized by a lack of order or neatness; careless, disorganized, or careless in appearance or performance
fuzzy	adj: having a soft and indistinct outline or covered with fine, soft, and hairlike fibers
ramp	n: a sloping surface connecting two levels or inclines, typically used for the movement of people, vehicles, or goods
dome	n: a rounded vault forming the roof of a building or structure, typically with a circular base
instrumental	adj: of, relating to, or performed on musical instruments; useful or important in achieving a purpose
award	n: a prize or other mark of recognition given in honor of an achievement
cameo	n: a small, raised, typically oval, carving or portrait, usually made of a contrasting material (such as shell or stone) and often set in a larger piece of jewelry or decorative item; a brief appearance or performance by a well-known person in a film, play, or other medium
metaphor	n: a figure of speech in which an expression is used to refer to something that it does not denote to suggest a similarity
tower	n: a structure that is exceptionally high in proportion to its width and either forms part of a building or stands alone
depression	n: a mental condition in which a person feels very unhappy and without hope for the future; a severe recession in an economy or market
forth	adv: forward, outward, or onward in location, direction, or progress; into view or consideration; with confidence, boldness, or in the open
guardrail	n: a sturdy metal or wooden railing or barrier placed beside a road, bridge, or other dangerous areas to prevent vehicles or people from going over the edge; a protective barrier or railing used to prevent falls or accidents
billboard	n: a large outdoor sign or display that is used for advertising, marketing, or public information, typically located along highways or main roads
goliath	n: a biblical figure and legendary giant warrior whom the young shepherd David defeated; a symbol of great strength or size
prominent	adj: important, well-known, or noticeable
freeway	n: a major highway designed for high-speed traffic, with no stoplights or grade crossings and having interchanges or access roads to other highways
cornice	n: a decorative, horizontal molding that crowns a building or furniture; a ledge or shelf along the top of a wall
exuberant	adj: full of energy, enthusiasm, or excitement; lively, animated, or unrestrained in behavior or expression; characterized by abundant growth or profuse production
redo	v: to do again, usually to correct or improve upon a previous attempt; to renovate or redesign something to make it better or more suitable
proportion	n: a part, share, or amount of something considered in comparative relation to a whole
approve	v: to think that someone or something is favorable, acceptable, or appropriate; to officially accept a plan, request, etc.
strict	adj: strongly limiting someone’s freedom; allowing no deviation from a standard, rule, belief, etc.
guideline	n: a general rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior; a piece of advice or instructions that tell you how something should be done or what something should be
normally	adv: usually; under normal conditions
tight	adj: fixed, fastened, or kept together firmly or closely
fabric	n: cloth or other material produced by weaving wool, cotton, silk, etc., used for making clothes, covering furniture, etc.
festival	n: a celebration or event, usually marking a particular religious or cultural occasion, often involving processions, music, dancing, and the performance of plays or other artistic works
laser	n: a device that emits powerful and narrow light that can be used as a tool to cut metal through a process of optical amplification
laboratory	n: a workplace for doing scientific research or teaching science; a lab
abstract	adj: based on general ideas, feelings, or qualities and not on any a physical or concrete existence
lab	n: a workplace for the conduct of scientific research; a laboratory
coincidence	n: an occasion when two or more similar things happen at the same time by chance, in a surprising way
curve	n: a bend or angle in a line or surface that deviates from a straight or flat path; a gradual or smooth change in direction or shape
mechanical	adj: operated by a machine, relating to or concerned with machinery or tools
equip	v: to provide a person or a place with the things that are needed for a particular purpose or activity
solid	adj: hard or firm; characterized by good substantial quality
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
canyon	n: a large deep valley with very steep sides of rock and usually formed by a river
seize	v: to catch or take hold of someone or something suddenly and forcibly; to capture the attention or imagination of something
protruding	adj: sticking out or projecting from a surface; extending beyond a boundary or limit
vent	n: a small opening to escape or release gas, air, liquid, etc.; activity or process that frees or expresses strong creative energy or emotion
valley	n: a long depression on the surface of the land, which typically contains a river
stream	n: a small, narrow river; a continuous flow of something, such as liquid, gas, people, vehicles, etc.
dam	n: a wall constructed over a river to block the flow of water, mainly used to generate energy
workmanship	n: the quality or skill with which something, especially a crafted item or construction, has been made or done; the level of artistry and craftsmanship displayed in a particular piece of work
defensive	adj: used or intended to protect someone or something against attack or aggression
cheaply	adv: in a stingy or inexpensive manner
downstairs	adv: on or to a lower or ground floor of a building
schizophrenia	n: a severe mental disorder in which a person has a distorted view of reality and may experience hallucinations, delusions, and disordered thinking and behavior
adolescent	n: a young person who is in the process of developing from a child into an adult
dilemma	n: a situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more options, especially that are equally unfavorable ones
recommend	v: to suggest that someone or something would be a suitable fit for a particular purpose or role
estate	n: a large piece of land with an impressive house on it, often owned by a wealthy family; all of a person’s possessions and assets at the time of their death; an area of land considered as a unit in terms of ownership, use or taxation
subdivision	n: a smaller part of something that is divided into such parts
collector	n: a person who collects or gathers objects as a hobby or for personal interest; someone who accumulates or acquires a specific type of item
sculptural	adj: relating to or resembling sculpture (= a three-dimensional work of art); having a three-dimensional quality or appearance
lumber	n: wood that has been sawn or cut into planks, boards, or other structural shapes for use in construction; the act of moving heavily or clumsily
chapel	n: a place of worship, especially a non-conformist or dissenting place of worship
mall	n: a large, enclosed shopping center that typically contains many stores, restaurants, and other businesses
fin	n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance
railroad	n: metal tracks laid with rails on which trains run; a system of tracks with the trains operated by an organization
courthouse	n: a building where courts of law are held, or administrative offices for legal proceedings are located
axis	n: a real or imaginary straight line through a body or figure around which the object turns; a group of countries in special alliance
corporate	adj: of or relating to a large company
insure	v: to provide coverage in the event of loss or damage
collaborate	v: to work with someone else to produce or achieve something
fasten	v: to secure or attach something firmly or tightly; to make something stay in place or become immovable
fancy	v: to want to do or have something; (noun) something that many people believe but that is false, or that does not exist; imagination or fantasy
automobile	n: a road vehicle that has four wheels and is powered by an engine, used for transporting people or goods
pet	n: an animal that you have at home as a companion and treated kindly
peeve	v: to annoy or irritate someone; to be a source of annoyance or irritation to someone; (noun) something that irritates or annoys you; a source of annoyance or irritation
preserve	v: to keep or maintain a particular quality, feature, etc., especially to prevent it from decaying, being damaged, or being destroyed
underway	adj: having started and currently in progress
high-rise	adj: describing a tall building or structure that has many floors or levels above the ground, often used to describe residential or commercial buildings in urban areas with multiple stories
property	n: a thing or things that belong to someone
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
courtyard	n: an open space surrounded by buildings or walls, often in the center of a building or group of buildings
wealth	n: a large amount of money, property, or other things that someone or an organization owns
retain	v: to keep or continue to possess or maintain something
zone	n: a specific area, region, or section that is marked off or defined in some way
barge	n: a large flat-bottomed boat with a wide, flat deck used for transporting goods on rivers and canals, which can be pushed or towed by a tugboat; (verb) to move forcefully or abruptly, often in a clumsy or rude manner
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
grove	n: a small group of trees growing closely together
quarter	n: one of four equal parts; a fourth part or portion
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
stairway	n: a set of stairs that connects two floors or levels of a building, often with a handrail or banister for safety
foreground	n: the part of a view, picture, etc., that is nearest to the viewer
depth	n: the distance between the top and bottom of something; between the top surface and a distance below it
shallow	adj: not having much distance from the top to the bottom
intent	n: a strong determination or attention to do or achieve something; (adjective) having a strong determination to do or achieve something
separate	v: to force, take, or pull apart; mark as different
din	n: a loud, confused noise; a loud, persistent racket
accident	n: an unfortunate event, especially one causing damage or injury
eventually	adv: finally, particularly after a long time or a lot of struggle, complications, and so on
split	v: to divide, or to make something divide into two or more parts, especially along a particular line
humane	adj: having or showing compassion, kindness, and sympathy toward others, especially toward those who are suffering
hop	v: to jump lightly and quickly on one foot or both feet; to move rapidly from one place to another; to travel using an aircraft, bus, etc.
picket	n: a pointed wooden or metal stake driven into the ground used as a support or for marking an area or boundary; a group of people, typically strikers or protestors, stationed or moving around in front of a workplace, government building, or other location, to demonstrate opposition or to pick up supporters
fence	n: a structure, usually made of wood or metal, that encloses an area, typically for protection or to keep animals or people in or out; a dealer in stolen property
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
norm	n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard
AI	n: (abbreviation for artificial intelligence) the theory and development of computer systems capable of doing activities that would ordinarily need human intelligence, such as object recognition, speech recognition, decision-making, and language translation
pragmatic	adj: practical rather than idealistic
slab	n: a flat, rectangular piece of material, such as wood or concrete; often used to describe a large, heavy, or solid object or structure
phase	n: any stage in a series of events, change, or development
facility	n: a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry
villa	n: a large, luxurious country house in ancient Rome or a modern version of such a house
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
seine	n: a large fishing net that hangs vertically in the water with floats at the top and weights at the bottom used to enclose and catch fish
minister	n: a person appointed to or a job of a head of a government department
finance	n: the management of money, credit, banking, and investments, especially by a government or commercial organization; the branch of economics that studies the management of money and other assets
dense	adj: containing a large number of people or something with little space between them
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
extraordinary	adj: exceptional, unexpected, very unusual; surpassing the ordinary or usual
screw	v: to turn something, such as a bolt, with a driver or wrench to tighten or loosen it; (noun) a cylindrical rod with a helical ridge used to fasten things together
coup	n: a sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government; an impressive or successful action or achievement
organ	n: a part of the body of an animal or plant that has a particular purpose and performs a specific job
awful	adj: causing fear, dread, or terror; very bad or unpleasant
commit	v: to do something illegal or wrong
suicide	n: the act of killing yourself intentionally
resolution	n: a firm decision or determination to do or not do something; the action of solving a problem, dispute, or conflict; the quality of being resolved or determined; the clarity and sharpness of an image or display
elevator	n: a mechanical device used for vertical transportation, typically in multi-story buildings, consisting of a compartmentalized platform that moves between floors
frontal	adj: relating to the front; situated at or directed towards the front; frontal can also refer to a meteorological term for a weather system that is moving from west to east
parallel	adj: being everywhere equidistant and not intersecting; of or relating to the simultaneous performance of multiple operations
twist	v: to bend or turn something into a certain shape
balcony	n: a platform projecting from the wall of a building and surrounded by a railing, providing an outdoor space
ballerina	n: a female ballet (= a type of performance dance that tells a dramatic story or expresses an idea with music but no talking or singing) dancer
lift	v: to raise something to a higher position or level; to pick up something or somebody and move them to a different position
foyer	n: an entrance hall or lobby, usually located at the front of a building or before the main room or area; a space for people to gather or wait before an event
limestone	n: a sedimentary rock that is composed mainly of calcium carbonate, which is the mineral calcite
mansard	n: a type of roof with two slopes on each of its four sides, the lower slope being steeper and the upper slope being flatter, giving the roof a distinctive appearance
gesture	n: a movement of the hands, head, or face that express a particular meaning
technological	adj: based on scientific and industrial progress
glutton	n: a person who eats and drinks excessively
punishment	n: a penalty or consequence inflicted for wrongdoing or offense; a means of enforcing discipline or preventing further wrongdoing
hire	v: to give somebody a job
addict	n: a person who cannot stop using or doing something as a habit, especially something harmful
euro	n: the official currency of most European Union countries
mar	v: to damage or spoil the appearance or surface of something
productive	adj: resulting in or making a lot or a significant amount of something, especially something of value
kingdom	n: the country ruled by a king or queen
rodeo	n: a public exhibition of cowboy skills, particularly in North America, featuring events such as calf-roping, steer wrestling, and bull riding
dull	adj: not interesting or exciting; not bright, vivid, or shiny; not active, brisk, or sharp
grid	n: a pattern of regularly spaced horizontal and vertical lines; a system of high tension cables by which electrical power is distributed throughout a region
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
nick	n: a small cut, notch, or indentation in a surface or an edge
relation	n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another
urbanist	n: a person who studies or is an expert in the design, planning, and development of urban areas, especially in improving the quality of life for the people who live and work there
accrue	v: (of a benefit or sum of money) to increase or accumulate in number or amount over a period of time
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
zinc	n: a metallic element that is found in small amounts in the earth’s crust and is used in the manufacture of brass and alloys, and is required to maintain human’s health
crazy	adj: stupid or not sensible; very angry
cunning	adj: clever or skillful in achieving a goal, especially deceptively or secretly; shrewd or wily
scream	v: to give a loud, high shout suddenly, especially because of fear, anger, excitement, etc.; to utter or declare in a very loud voice
skylight	n: a window or opening in a roof or ceiling that allows natural light to enter a room or space from above
iceberg	n: a large piece of ice floating in the sea, detached from a glacier
concert	n: a musical performance given in public by one or more players or singers
complicated	adj: involving a lot of different things or parts in a way that is difficult to understand or analyze
chamber	n: a large room used for a formal, public, or particular purpose; one of the parts of a parliament
optimist	n: a person who tends to expect the best in all things and to be hopeful and confident about the future
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
strengthen	v: to become stronger or more effective; to make someone or something stronger or more effective
commerce	n: the activity of buying and selling things, especially on a large scale
elevation	n: the height of something above sea level or above the ground; the event of something being raised upward
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
criteria	n: (plural of criterion) standards or conditions by which something may be judged or decided
compartment	n: a separate section or part of a larger enclosed space, such as a train carriage or a ship’s cabin
scheme	n: an organized and often large-scale plan or arrangement for doing something
studied	adj: deliberately considered or scrutinized; carefully thought out or planned
surround	v: to be all around something or somebody
settle	v: to reach an agreement of disagreement
sloping	adj: having a gradually or sharply angled surface or gradient; inclined or tilted in a particular direction or manner
crucial	adj: extremely vital or necessary
carriage	n: a wheeled vehicle used for transportation, typically pulled by horses or an engine; a part of a train that carries passengers; the act or process of transporting or conveying someone or something
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
structural	adj: associated with the way on construction or organization of anything
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
proscenium	n: the part of a theater stage that is framed by an arch and is in front of the curtain
intimacy	n: close familiarity or friendship; a close, familiar, and usually affectionate or loving personal relationship with another person
literally	adv: in the real or original meaning of a word or phrase; in a literal sense or way; not figuratively
bounce	v: to cause to move up or away after hitting a surface; to spring back
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
crank	n: a mechanical device that converts rotary motion into linear motion or vice versa; an eccentric or unpredictable person
teapot	n: a small, usually handleless pot with a spout used for boiling or brewing tea; it often has a lid to prevent heat loss during steeping and is typically made of ceramic or metal
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
interstate	adj: between or involving different states (= the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation)
exposed	adj: having no protection or shield from something, such as bad weather, attack, or criticism
steel	n: a strong metal alloy made up of iron with typically a few tenths of a percent of carbon used for making things that need a strong structure
proof	n: a fact or piece of information that shows something is true or exists
pervert	v: to change the inherent purpose or function of something; to influence somebody to behave in morally unacceptable ways; to corrupt or lead astray; (noun) a person who engages in sexual behavior or has sexual interests that are considered abnormal or deviant by society
contraption	n: a machine or device that is made up of a combination of interconnected parts and often appears complicated or unusual
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
depart	v: to go away or leave, especially to start a journey
origin	n: the first existence or beginning of something
loose	adj: not securely fixed or fastened in place or able to be detached or separated from something
terrify	v: to frighten someone very much
studio	n: a room or building where creative or artistic work is produced; a television or radio production company
fast-food	n: a type of restaurant or food establishment that specializes in quickly prepared and served meals, often in a drive-thru or takeout format
cashier	n: an employee responsible for handling transactions, such as payments or returns, in a store or other business