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Word	Meaning	Advanced
ironic	adj: using words to express something different from and often opposite to their literal or usual meaning, often for humorous or rhetorical effect
portrait	n: a painting, picture; the likeness of a person, especially one showing the face
stereotype	n: a fixed and unvarying idea or image that people have about what someone or something is like, but which is often not true in reality and may cause hurt and offense
nationality	n: the legal status or right of belonging to a particular country
gender	n: the range of characteristics of femininity and masculinity and differentiating between them, especially when considering social and cultural differences rather than differences in biology
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
vodka	n: a distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grains or potatoes, typically with high alcohol content and little or no added flavoring
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
visa	n: an endorsement or authorization placed in a passport or travel document that allows the holder to enter or leave a particular country for a specific period of time; the process of applying for and obtaining such authorization
brave	adj: showing courage or fearlessness in the face of danger, difficulty, or adversity
balance	n: a condition in which everything has the same weight or force; something left after other parts have been taken away
aesthetic	adj: connected with the enjoyment or study of beauty
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
irony	n: the expression of one’s meaning by using language that usually signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or rhetorical effect
artifact	n: a person-made object, especially one of historical or cultural interest
desperate	adj: feeling or showing a lack of hope and a willingness to do anything because of the problematic situation
romantic	adj: of or relating to love or a sexual relationship
brotherhood	n: a relationship characterized by mutual support, unity, and camaraderie among people who share a common interest
contemporary	adj: belonging to the same or present time
surrounding	adj: that is near or around, or closely encircling something
capture	v: to catch a person or an animal and confine them in an area which they cannot escape
mask	v: to conceal something; (noun) a covering that you wear over your face to hide it
brutality	n: the quality or state of being cruel or savage
troop	n: a group of soldiers, especially a large one; a group of people, animals, or things considered as a unit.
interpretation	n: an explanation or opinion of something, especially that is not immediately obvious
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
hulk	n: a large, abandoned, and decaying structure or object, often referring to a ship or building; a person or animal who is large and clumsy or who appears physically imposing but lacks strength or agility
sensitivity	n: the ability to perceive or respond to subtle differences or changes; the ability to understand and respond to the needs and feelings of others
surround	v: to be all around something or somebody
aggressive	adj: behaving in an angry, energetic, or threatening way towards another person; tending to spread quickly
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
facial	adj: of or relating to a person’s face
feat	n: a notable or impressive achievement, especially one that requires great skill or bravery
conversation	n: an informal talk between two or more people to exchange their views, ideas, information, etc.
maid	n: a girl or young woman employed to do domestic work
hopeless	adj: having no hope; despairing; having no chance of success
motivate	v: to make someone want to do something, especially something that requires tremendous work and effort
magic	n: beliefs and actions employed to influence supernatural beings and forces; any art or performance that invokes supernatural powers