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Word	Meaning	Advanced
splendid	adj: very impressive or beautiful; magnificent
funeral	n: a ceremony or ritual honoring and remembering a deceased person, typically involving the burial or cremation of the body; a gathering or service to mourn the loss of someone who has died
triumph	n: a great victory or achievement
planet	n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star
opportune	adj: suitable or happening at a time that is suitable or convenient for a particular purpose
quaint	adj: attractively or charmingly old-fashioned or unusual often used to describe something with a pleasingly unusual or quirky appearance or manner
accent	n: a distinctive way of pronouncing the words of a language that shows which area, country, or social group a person comes from; particular importance or significance
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
slight	adj: very small in degree or amount
jar	n: a cylindrical container, typically made of glass, metal, or pottery, with a wide mouth and a screwed or sealed lid, used for storing food, liquids, and other materials
mustang	n: a small, hardy breed of horse found in the American West that typically has a stocky build, short mane, and a wild or untamed temperament
creature	n: a living being, especially an animal
biology	n: the scientific study of life and the natural processes of living things
theorem	n: a statement or proposition that can be demonstrated or proved to be true, typically by logical or mathematical reasoning
evolution	n: a gradual process of transformation of living things
professional	adj: having or showing the skill appropriate to a particular job; competent or skillful
universal	adj: existing or affecting everywhere or everyone
largely	adv: virtually entirely; to a large degree
ignore	v: to intentionally not listen or pay attention to
arouse	v: to awaken strong feelings or emotions in someone; to excite or inspire a physical or emotional response
hostility	n: aggressive or unfriendly feelings or behavior
Darwinism	n: the theory of evolution proposed by Charles Darwin, stating that species evolve through natural selection, survival of the fittest, and adaptation to the environment
contemporary	adj: belonging to the same or present time
allegedly	adv: according to what has been stated or reported; supposedly
intelligent	adj: having the capacity for thought and reason, especially to a high degree
id	n: a part of the psyche that represents the unconscious desires and instincts of an individual; in psychoanalytic theory, it is believed to be the most basic and primal part of the human psyche; (also ID, short for identification) a document or card that proves a person’s identity, such as a driver’s license, passport, or national ID card
christen	v: to give a name to a baby at a Christian ceremony to welcome them into the Christian Church
advisedly	adv: done with careful consideration or thought; deliberately or intentionally
tactical	adj: relating to or constituting actions, plans, or strategies designed to achieve a particular purpose, especially an aggressive or political purpose; characterized by calculated planning, organization, and effectiveness
argument	n: a set of statements or reasons used to support or refute a proposition or theory; a verbal or physical fight or dispute
theorist	n: a person who develops or formulates theories about a particular subject, especially in the sciences or social sciences; someone who engages in theoretical thinking or speculation
refute	v: to say or prove that something is wrong or false
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
coordinate	v: to bring the different parts of the activity and the people into an organized, ordered, or efficient relationship; (adjective) of equal importance, rank, or degree
behalf	n: represent; advantage, benefit, the interest of someone
upset	adj: causing or marked by anxiety, uneasiness, trouble, or grief; (verb) to make someone anxious, unhappy, or angry
dare	v: to have the courage to do something
mention	v: to speak or write about something or someone briefly
atheist	n: a person who denies or disbelieves the existence of a deity or deities
creationist	n: a person who believes in the literal interpretation of religious texts, particularly the Bible, and holds that the universe and living things were created by a divine or supernatural force rather than through natural processes
coherent	adj: logical and consistent; (noun) the quality of being clear and easy to understand
phobia	n: an extreme or irrational fear of a particular object, person, situation, or activity; a type of anxiety disorder
atheism	n: the disbelief or lack of belief in the existence of a god or gods; the rejection of theism or religious belief; the philosophical or doctrinal position that there is no deity
grand	adj: important and large in size, scope, or extent
larceny	n: the unlawful or unauthorized taking and carrying away of someone else’s personal property with the intent to deprive them of it permanently; theft
educated	adj: having received a high standard of education
theologian	n: an expert or student who studies theology
papal	adj: relating to the pope (= the head of the Roman Catholic Church) or the Roman Catholic Church
firm	adj: resolute or unwavering in decision-making or action; strong or secure in structure, make, or composition; reliable, trustworthy, or dependable; (noun) a business or company
miller	n: a person who operates a mill (= a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing), especially a grain mill
devout	adj: deeply committed to a specific religious faith or practice, often showing great reverence or piety
Christ	n: the man that Christians believe is the prophet and the son of God, and whose life and sermons form the basis for Christianity
godsend	n: something or someone that comes unexpectedly and is very helpful or beneficial
expose	v: to show something by uncovering it; to make something accessible to some action or influence
tantamount	adj: equivalent in value, significance, or effect to something else; virtually equal to or interchangeable with something else
fundamental	adj: forming an essential base or core from which everything else develops or is affected
hostile	adj: unfriendly or aggressively opposed
religion	n: a deep conviction in a supernatural power that controls human destiny
individual	n: a single person or thing, as distinct from a group
delude	v: to deceive or mislead someone; to give a false impression of something
corrosive	adj: having the ability to corrode or erode a material or substance; causing damage or deterioration over time; harmful or destructive
faith	n: complete trust in something or someone’s ability or knowledge; a strong belief in religion, divine power, etc.
preach	v: to deliver a religious or moral message to an audience
reassure	v: to cause someone to feel sure; to give or restore confidence
sophisticated	adj: having a great deal of worldly experience and knowledge of people’s behavior, culture, and fashion
choir	n: a group of singers, especially one that sings in a church or cathedral
urge	v: to spur on or encourage someone, especially by cheers and shouts; (noun) a strong desire or impulse, especially one that is difficult to control or resist
militant	n: willing to use force or violence to achieve a political or social goal
negative	adj: having the quality of something bad or harmful; expressing refusal
preserve	v: to keep or maintain a particular quality, feature, etc., especially to prevent it from decaying, being damaged, or being destroyed
evolutionary	adj: relating to or denoting how living things develop or change from earlier forms
inspire	v: to make somebody fill with the desire, confidence, or enthusiasm, especially to do something creative
enthrall	v: to capture or hold someone’s attention or interest completely; to captivate or fascinate
precise	adj: sharply exact or accurate or delimited
atheistic	adj: pertaining to or characterized by atheism, which is the belief or doctrine that there is no God or higher power
massive	adj: enormous amount; very heavy and solid
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
improbable	adj: not likely to happen or be true; unlikely; having a low probability or chance of occurring
complexity	n: the state or quality of being complicated or intricate and difficult to understand
capable	adj: having the ability, skill, or potential to do something; competent or proficient in a particular task or area of expertise
forgiveness	n: the act of stopping feeling angry or resentful towards someone for a mistake or offense with compassion
sin	n: the offense against a religious or moral law or against God
bless	v: to make or pronounce holy; to hallow; to consecrate; to sanctify
pray	v: to make a request or petition to a higher power, especially in the form of a respectful or humble request
disapprove	v: to have or express an unfavorable opinion or judgment about something or someone
postulate	v: to suggest or assume the existence, truth, or necessity of something, typically as a basis for reasoning or further investigation
agent	n: a person who represents and negotiates on behalf of someone else, such as a literary agent or talent agent; (of chemistry and medicine) a substance that brings about a chemical or physical effect; (of computer science) a piece of software that performs a task autonomously
thereby	adv: as a result; consequence of a particular action or set of conditions
compound	n: an item composed of two or more distinct elements combined; a chemical formed by the combination of two or more elements
stunning	adj: causing a strong emotional reaction of admiration, surprise, or shock due to its beauty, rarity, or excellence
elegant	adj: pleasing and graceful in appearance or manner, or showing good taste and refinement
simplicity	n: the quality or condition of being natural and plain or easy to understand or do
essentially	adv: relating to the essential features or concepts of anything
ramp	n: a sloping surface connecting two levels or inclines, typically used for the movement of people, vehicles, or goods
gradual	adj: happening slowly over a long period of time or distance; not steep or abrupt
increment	n: a regular increase in the amount of something, such as money; a process of becoming larger, longer, or more important
elegance	n: the quality of being graceful and stylish in appearance or manner
parsimonious	adj: excessively frugal or stingy; unwilling to spend money or resources; extremely economical to the point of being overly cautious
economical	adj: providing a satisfactory return on the money, time, or effort; not using more money, fuel, etc. than necessary
sinewy	adj: characterized by strong and lean muscles; having well-developed and prominent muscles; tough and strong, often referring to physical strength or appearance
economy	n: the system by which a country or region produces manages, and distributes goods and services, including the money and finances involved in these activities; (of an airline) the lowest-priced, most basic option for seating in commercial travel
suspension	n: the act of delaying or stopping something happening, operating, etc., for a period of time; a mechanical system of springs or shock absorbers connecting the wheels and axles
principle	n: a fundamental law or truth that explains or controls how something happens or works
incapable	adj: unable to do, control, or achieve something
tactics	n: the methods or strategies used to achieve a specific goal or outcome, particularly in the context of military, business, or sports
argue	v: to express differing opinions or points of view, often in a heated or contentious manner; to present a case or reasoning to persuade or convince others
acknowledge	v: to accept or admit the existence, reality, or truth of something; to accept that someone or something has a particular authority or quality; to express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for someone’s help, commitment, etc.;
remarkable	adj: worthy of attention because unusual or special
taboo	adj: prohibited or restricted by social custom
invite	v: to ask someone to come or join; to offer an opportunity or possibility for something to happen or take place
tap	v: to hit someone or something quickly, gently, and often repeatedly; to use existing resources, such as energy, knowledge, etc.
hypothesis	n: a proposed idea or explanation that is based on a few known facts but has not yet been proven to be true or accurate
frame	n: a strong border or structure of the wood, metal, etc. that surrounds something such as a picture, door, or window
vulnerable	adj: capable of being hurt or influenced physically or mentally
proof	n: a fact or piece of information that shows something is true or exists
quotation	n: a group of words taken from a text or speech and repeated by someone other than the original author or speaker
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
legitimate	adj: accordant with or allowed by law; lawful
republican	n: a person who supports or advocates for a particular form of government, typically one that has an elected head of state rather than a monarch; a member or supporter of the Republican Party in the United States
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
economics	n: the branch of social science that deals with the production, consumption, and transfer of goods and services
universe	n: everything that exists, especially all physical matter, including planets, stars, galaxies, and all other forms of matter and energy
holy	adj: of or related to a god, divine power, or a particular religion
challenging	adj: difficult, demanding, or requiring a high degree of skill or effort; presenting a difficult problem or obstacle
furor	n: a state of great excitement, public outrage, or public anger over something
absolutely	adv: without restriction or limitation; completely or utterly
frantic	adj: marked by uncontrolled excitement or emotion; wild; frenzied
rational	adj: based on reason or logic; using good judgment and sound thinking
debate	n: a formal discussion or argument of opposing viewpoints, often to persuade others to adopt a specific position; a public discussion, often on an issue of current interest, in which participants offer opinions and differing perspectives
satisfy	v: to make somebody pleased by giving them what they want or need
trivial	adj: of little value or importance
supernatural	adj: of or relating to existence outside the natural world; not able to be explained by natural laws
explanation	n: the information or arguments that someone provides to make something understandable or clear
blind	adj: unable to see; unable or unwilling to perceive or understand the true nature of something
grasp	v: to take hold of something or someone quickly and firmly
revelation	n: a fact that has been disclosed to others, especially a surprising one; the act of revealing or telling the fact or truth to others; communication of knowledge to humans by a divine or supernatural agency
insist	v: to say something clearly or demand something forcefully, especially when other people disagree with or oppose what you say
magnificent	adj: extremely beautiful and impressive; grand or noble in thought or deed
chant	n: a simple melody or tune, typically one that is repeated or sung in a monotonous way; (verb) recite with musical intonation
typical	adj: having the usual characteristics or traits of a specific group of things
journal	n: a newspaper or magazine specialized in a specific topic or profession
quarterly	adj: happening every three months
editorial	adj: relating to the expression of opinions or interpretations in the media
asteroid	n: (also “planetoid”) a small rocky body orbiting the sun, typically in the region between Mars and Jupiter
dinosaur	n: a large extinct reptile, often with an armored back, long neck, tail, and bony plates on the skin
iridium	n: a chemical element with the symbol Ir and atomic number 77, which is a hard, brittle, and silvery-white transition metal of the platinum group, often used in certain high-temperature applications like spark plugs or crucibles for crystal growth
layer	n: a sheet, quantity, or thickness of the material, typically one of several, covering a surface or body; a level or part within a system or set of ideas
boundary	n: a real or imaginary line that marks the limit or extent of something and separates it from other things or places
potassium	n: a chemical element with the symbol K, atomic number 19, that is essential for the functioning of living organisms
argon	n: a chemical element with the symbol Ar that is a colorless, odorless, and inert gas, often used in welding and other industrial processes
dated	adj: having a style or quality that is no longer fashionable or relevant; old-fashioned; belonging to a particular time period in the past
crater	n: a huge bowl-shaped cavity in the earth or an object in space, usually created by an explosion or the impact of a meteorite
indicate	v: to show, point out, or make known something, often through a sign or a symbol; to suggest or imply something without stating it directly
ordinary	adj: not different, exceptional, or unexpected in any way, especially in quality, ability, size, or degree
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.
royal	adj: relating to or belonging to the king or queen or a member of their family
vouchsafe	v: to grant or give something graciously or condescendingly; to choose to reveal or disclose something willingly, often with a sense of privilege or superiority
conviction	n: a strong belief or opinion, especially one that is based on principles or evidence; (criminal law) a final judgment of guilty in a criminal case and the punishment that is imposed
privately	adv: in a private manner; not publicly; secretly
reveal	v: to make known or disclose something that was previously hidden, secret, or unknown; to unveil or show something that was concealed or not visible
unquestioning	adj: accepting, believing, or obeying without hesitation or doubt; uncritical or unthinking; not inclined to challenge or question authority or beliefs
promulgate	v: to make known or announce officially; to publicly declare or communicate a law, rule, belief, or idea
dogma	n: a belief or set of beliefs that the members of a group accept without being questioned or doubted
bind	v: to tie or fasten someone or something tightly with rope, string, etc. so that they cannot move or are held together strongly
loyal	adj: giving or remaining firm and constant support to a person, institution, product, etc.;
inconceivable	adj: hard to imagine or believe
suppose	v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible
patriotic	adj: having or showing love for one’s country and a desire for its success and welfare
bush	n: a plant growing thickly with many small branches and several stiff stems coming up from the root
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
citizenship	n: the status of being a member of a particular country
patriotism	n: love and loyalty to one’s country
infamous	adj: having a reputation for being very bad or wicked
patriot	n: a person who loves their nation and would fight for it if required
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
bigotry	n: intolerance toward those who hold different opinions from oneself
isolate	v: to physically or socially separate someone or something from other people or things
blurt	v: to utter suddenly and impulsively, without prior thought or consideration; to let something slip out unintentionally
retract	v: to take back, withdraw, or revoke something that has been said or done; to disavow or repudiate a statement or assertion that one has previously made
clarification	n: the act or process of making a statement or situation less confusing and more understandable; the act of removing solid particles from a liquid
withdrawal	n: the act of taking money out of an account; the act of ceasing to participate in an activity and moving or taking something away or back
pose	v: to present a risk, problem, or other issues that must be addressed
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
elect	v: to choose someone for a specific position by voting for them; to decide or choose to do something
contrary	n: acting in opposition to what is expected or desired
parade	n: a public procession, especially one celebrating a special day or event
invoke	v: to call upon or request help or support, especially from a higher power; to mention or use something as a reason or justification for actions or decisions
priest	n: a person who performs religious duties and ceremonies, especially in the Christian faith
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
incidentally	adv: by the way; as an aside or in passing
comparison	n: the consideration or examination of the similarities between two or more people or things
decent	adj: satisfactory, acceptable, or good in a general sense
calf	n: a young cow, bull, or other domestic bovine animals
humanity	n: all people living on the earth; the quality or state of being human rather than an animal, a machine, etc.
define	v: to state or explain precisely the nature, scope, or meaning of something
academic	adj: associated with schools, colleges, and universities, especially studying and thinking, not with practical skills
entitle	v: to give someone the right to have or do something; to give a title to someone or something
vilify	v: to speak or write about someone or something in a way that is likely to make people have a very low opinion of them
nevertheless	adv: in spite of that; yet
undeniable	adj: not possible to deny; true or certain
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
stem	n: the central part of something from which other parts can develop or grow; the part of a word common to all its inflected variants; (verb) to grow out of, have roots in, or originate in
perception	n: a belief, opinion, or image you have based on how you regard, understand, or interpret something; the ability to see, hear, or notice something through the senses
weird	adj: extraordinary, unexpected, or difficult to explain
way-out	adj: unconventional, strange, or eccentric; departing from or deviating from the ordinary or usual; far from mainstream or traditional
minority	n: the smaller part of a group, especially a number or part representing less than half of the whole; a period before adult legal age
lone	adj: solitary or single
beleaguer	v: to surround, harass, or besiege with difficulties or problems; to subject to constant or repeated trouble or suffering
stack	n: a pile of something arranged or laid one on top of another; a large tall chimney through which combustion gases and smoke can be evacuated
numerical	adj: relating to, expressed, or denoted by a number
survey	n: an investigation of the opinions, behavior, etc. of a particular group of people, made by asking people questions
surprisingly	adv: in a way that causes amazement or wonder
encouraging	adj: giving hope, confidence, or support; inspiring
population	n: the total number of people in a country, region, or location
convincing	adj: able to make someone believe that something is true
outnumber	v: to be more numerous or greater in number than another group or entity; to exceed in quantity or number
Jewish	adj: of or relating to people whose traditional religion is Judaism
secular	adj: not connected with religious or spiritual matters; worldly
politician	n: a person who is a member of a government or law-making organization, especially as an elected member of parliament, etc.
proverb	n: a short saying that expresses a truth or gives advice based on practical experience
overawe	v: to impress or influence someone through the use of power, authority, or an overwhelming presence; to intimidate or awe someone into submission or compliance
owe	v: to be under a moral or legal obligation to pay or do something in return for something received;
existence	n: the state or fact of someone or something existing
consign	v: to give over, entrust, or assign control of something, particularly to another person, for safekeeping or delivery; to designate or set aside something for a particular purpose or use
oblivion	n: the state of being completely forgotten or unknown; the state of being unconscious or unaware; the condition of being destroyed, wiped out, or erased from existence
prop	n: a piece of wood, metal, etc., placed beneath or against something to support it or keep it in position; a system, institution, or person that gives help or support to someone or something
mobilize	v: to make something ready for action or use; to organize people or resources for a particular purpose
numerous	adj: amounting to a large indefinite number
substantial	adj: fairly large in size, value, or importance
quantity	n: the amount or number of something; magnitude
correlation	n: a statistical relationship between two variables in which one variable is affected by the other; a reciprocal relation between two or more facts, numbers, etc.
intelligence	n: the ability to learn, comprehend, or make judgments or conclusions based on reasons
tendency	n: an inclination or predisposition towards a particular behavior, attitude, or course of action; a natural or prevailing tendency or characteristic
folk	n: people in general, especially those of a particular group or type
underestimate	v: to think or suppose that a quantity, price, or size is smaller than it is
socioeconomic	adj: relating to the social and economic factors that shape an individual, group, or community, particularly in terms of income, occupation, education, and social class
straw	n: dry stalks of cereal plants used as fodder, fuel, basket, etc.
organization	n: a group of people who work together for a shared purpose
meta	adj: pertaining to or involving a higher or more abstract level of analysis, interpretation, or self-reference, often used to describe aspects of gaming, social media, or other online communities that involve self-conscious or self-referential elements
analyze	v: to think about in-depth and evaluate to discover essential features or meaning
literature	n: written works, such as novels, plays, poems, or short stories that are considered to have artistic or intellectual value
conclude	v: to come to an end or close; to reach a judgment or opinion by reasoning
relation	n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another
educational	adj: relating to education or providing knowledge or instruction
inverse	adj: opposite in order, nature, or effect; reversed; reciprocal
financing	n: the process of providing funds for running a business, activity, or project; the money for a business, activity, or project
settle	v: to reach an agreement of disagreement
poll	n: an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people; the process of voting at an election
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
academy	n: a school for special training; a type of official organization that aims to encourage and develop standards in its particular field
shatter	v: to break suddenly into many pieces
agnostic	n: a person who believes that it is impossible to know whether there is a god
fairly	adv: to a certain extent or degree; without favoring one party in an evenhanded manner
fig	n: a sweet and soft edible fruit with many seeds or a tree on which these grow
obtain	v: to get something, especially by making a great effort
immortality	n: the state or quality of being able to live or last forever
corresponding	adj: similar to, connected with, or accompanying something, especially in position or purpose
elite	adj: belonging to the wealthiest, most potent, best-educated, or best-trained group in a society
scholar	n: professor; a person who studies a topic in considerable depth, particularly in a university
philosophy	n: the study of general and fundamental questions, such as those about existence, reason, knowledge, values, mind
grotesque	adj: bizarre or fantastic in shape, appearance, or character; fantastic; bizarre
mismatch	v: to put together or match items that are not compatible or do not fit well together; to be different from or not correspond to something else
intelligentsia	n: the educated and intellectual elite of society, particularly those involved in cultural or artistic pursuits
vast	adj: enormous in size, number, amount, or quantity
probable	adj: likely to happen or likely to be true
abhorrent	adj: causing extreme disgust or hatred; completely unacceptable or intolerable
candidate	n: a person who is seeking or being considered for some kind of position, title, honor, or award; a job applicant
affirm	v: to assert that something is true or real; to state positively
qualified	adj: officially recognized as having completed a training course or passed the exams that are necessary to perform a particular job
blunt	adj: having a dull or rounded edge or point; not sharp; straightforward in speech or manner, often to the point of being rude or insensitive
simultaneously	adv: at the same time
unbecoming	adj: not suitable or fitting for a particular role, position, or character; inappropriate or inappropriate in behavior, appearance, or manner
hint	n: an indirect suggestion; a slight but appreciable amount of something
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
conscious	adj: being aware of and able to respond to what is happening around you
coming-out	n: a significant event or declaration where an individual announces their authentic self to others; the act or process of publicly acknowledging and revealing one’s true sexual orientation or gender identity
organ	n: a part of the body of an animal or plant that has a particular purpose and performs a specific job
homosexual	adj: sexually attracted to people of one’s own sex
heaven	n: (of various religious and mythological traditions) a place or state of existence considered to be the abode of the divine, the afterlife, or a higher realm of being; a state of great happiness, contentment, or beauty
forbid	v: to order somebody not to do something, especially officially; to keep something from happening or arising
stoop	v: to bend forward and downward from the waist, often to pick something up or gain a better view; to lower oneself morally or socially
destroy	v: to ruin or damage severely or completely; to eradicate or eliminate completely
myth	n: an ancient story or set of stories accepted as history, especially explaining the worldview of a people
demonstrate	v: to display something or give an exhibition to an interested audience
advertise	v: to draw attention to something such as a product, service, or event in public to encourage people to buy, use, or attend it
recommend	v: to suggest that someone or something would be a suitable fit for a particular purpose or role
nonlinear	adj: pertaining to a system or process that does not follow a straight or predictable path, often resulting in unexpected or unpredictable outcomes or behaviors
threshold	n: the floor or ground that forms the bottom of a doorway and offers support when passing through a doorway; the smallest detectable sensation
critic	n: someone who expresses opinions about the quality of books, music, etc.
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
abrupt	adj: sudden and unexpected
acceleration	n: a rate of increase in velocity; the rate of change of velocity with respect to time
recruit	v: to persuade someone to work for a company; to find new members for an organization, the armed forces, etc.
suspect	v: to consider anything to be actual or probable
remains	n: the leftover parts or pieces of something that have been destroyed, removed, or consumed; the physical or biological remains of a deceased person, plant, animal
stumble	v: to miss a step and fall or nearly fall; to walk unsteadily
proportion	n: a part, share, or amount of something considered in comparative relation to a whole
prefer	v: to like, choose, or want one thing or person better than another
loyalty	n: the quality of being devoted or faithful to someone or something
deny	v: to state that one refuses to admit the existence or truth of something
characteristic	n: a typical feature or quality that can identify, tell apart, or describe something or somebody
persuade	v: to convince or induce someone to do something by presenting a reason or argument; to sway or influence someone’s decision or opinion
dedication	n: a lot of time and energy that someone puts in for an activity or purpose because they believe it is important
fascinating	adj: extremely interesting
dedicate	v: to give all of your energy, time, etc., entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause; to set apart for a particular purpose or use
mistress	n: a woman who has an ongoing extramarital sexual relationship with a, often, married man; a woman who is in a position of authority or control and directs the work of others
muddle	v: to mix up or confuse something; to make a mess of something; to create disorder or chaos
mistakenly	adv: in a mistaken or incorrect way; wrongly
urban	adj: relating to or located in a town or city
retort	v: to answer back or respond sharply in a sarcastic or witty manner; to counter an argument or statement with a quick and incisive reply
writ	n: a written legal order or command
aggressive	adj: behaving in an angry, energetic, or threatening way towards another person; tending to spread quickly
complain	v: to say dissatisfaction or annoyance about something or somebody
ripe	adj: (of fruit or crops) fully developed and ready to be eaten or harvested
lapse	n: a temporary or brief failure in judgment, action, or behavior; a gradual or slow decline, often referring to a loss of performance, quality, or attention; a period of time that has passed; (verb) to fall or slip into a particular state, often one that is undesirable or unintended
observe	v: to watch or notice something carefully, often to gather information or insights; to take note of something or someone; to celebrate or commemorate a special event or occasion
sabbatical	n: a period of leave granted to a person for rest, travel, or other pursuits, often in academia or other professions
solidarity	n: unity or agreement of feelings or actions among a group, especially among individuals with a common interest
fairy	n: a mythical being of folklore and romance usually depicted as having magic powers
likelihood	n: the probability or chance that something will happen or be the case
strict	adj: strongly limiting someone’s freedom; allowing no deviation from a standard, rule, belief, etc.
phrase	n: a group of words that mean something specific when used together
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
orbit	n: the path of an object around a celestial body, especially a planet, star, or moon, under the influence of gravity; (of medicine) the bony cavity in the skull that houses the eyeball and its associated structures, like muscles, nerves, and blood vessels
mar	v: to damage or spoil the appearance or surface of something
infinite	adj: unlimited or very great; impossible to measure
unicorn	n: a mythical horse-like creature with a single horn on its forehead; a privately held startup company that reached a valuation of $1 billion
onus	n: a burden, responsibility, or obligation; something that is required to be done or achieved
bother	v: to disturb, annoy, or cause inconvenience or worry to someone; to take the trouble or effort to do something
label	n: a small piece of paper, fabric, or other material attached to an object and giving information about it; (verb) to assign to a category
nonetheless	adv: in spite of what has just been said or done; nevertheless
attract	v: to draw or entice someone or something towards them through the qualities they have, especially positive ones
publicly	adv: in a manner accessible to or observable by the public; by the government
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
banner	n: a long strip of cloth or paper bearing a symbol, logo, slogan, or another message, especially carried in a demonstration or procession or hung in a public place; a form of the online advertisement appearing on a web page
humanist	n: a person who is concerned with the welfare and rights of all human beings; one who believes in the inherent worth and dignity of every person and stresses the importance of human values and ethical principles
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
association	n: a people or groups of people who have joined in a single organization together for a particular purpose; a social or business connection or relationship
apparent	adj: able to see or understand easily or clearly
anthropology	n: the scientific study of humanity, concerned with human behavior, human biology, cultures, societies, and linguistics in both the present and past, including past human species
cousin	n: the child of your aunt or uncle
distant	adj: far away in space, time, or where you are; far apart in relevance, relationship, or kinship
possibility	n: a chance that something may happen or be true
naturalism	n: a philosophical belief that everything, including human behavior and cognition, can be explained solely by natural causes and laws
confusion	n: the state of being mixed up or unclear, or the state of disorder or uncertainty
opposed	adj: being completely different from something or disagreeing strongly with something
confuse	v: to mistake one thing for another; to make somebody hard to understand
nudist	n: a person who engages in social or solitary activities while not wearing clothing; a person who believes that being naked is natural and healthy and that clothing is unnecessary in certain situations
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
lynch	v: to put to death or punish (usually by hanging) without legal authorization or due process, often as an act of mob justice or vigilante action; (noun) a violent punishment, often extrajudicial, in which a mob or group of people seize and kill someone, usually by hanging, as a form of punishment or vengeance
mob	n: a large and disorderly crowd of people; a large horde of animals
pediatrics	n: the branch of medicine that deals with the care and treatment of children
pedophile	n: a person who is sexually attracted to children, particularly those under the age of 13; a person who engages in sexual activity with children
alternative	n: one of two or more available possibilities or choice
theism	n: the belief in the existence of a god or gods, often associated with organized religion and the worship of a higher power
connote	v: to suggest or imply something in addition to its literal or primary meaning; to imply something beyond the literal or primary meaning
definitely	adv: without any question and beyond doubt; clearly
embrace	v: to accept something willingly and enthusiastically; (noun) the act of clasping another person in the arms as in greeting or affection
compatible	adj: capable of coexisting or working together without conflict or inconsistency; harmonious or well-matched
physicist	n: a scientist who specializes in the field of physics
hawk	n: a bird of prey typically having short rounded wings and a long tail; an advocate of an aggressive policy on foreign relations
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
shorthand	n: a system of rapid handwriting or abbreviation that uses symbols, abbreviations, or other devices to represent words or phrases; a short and simple way of expressing or describing something
mysterious	adj: difficult to understand, explain, or identify; having an aura of secrecy, intrigue, or puzzlement
physics	n: the science of matter and energy and their interactions
hysterical	adj: marked by or in a state of excessive or uncontrollable emotion
nettle	n: a herbaceous plant with stinging hairs that cause a sharp, prickly sensation upon contact; a person or thing that irritates or annoys
frisson	n: a sudden intense feeling or thrill, often accompanied by shivers or goosebumps, typically brought on by excitement, anticipation, or a strong emotional response
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
confrontational	adj: characterized by a readiness to confront others, particularly in a challenging or aggressive manner; inclined to argue or disagree rather than compromise or find common ground
dread	v: to be very afraid of or worried about something that is going to happen or that might happen
worldview	n: a particular philosophy or cognitive orientation of life or conception of the world
exciting	adj: causing a lot of interest or excitement
poetic	adj: of or relating to poetry (= a piece of writing that emphasizes the expression of feelings and ideas); using language in an imaginative and expressive way
sheer	adj: complete or total, often used to emphasize the extreme or uncompromising nature of something; not mixed with anything else; transparent or nearly transparent
poverty	n: the condition of being extremely poor
strike	v: to wallop somebody or something with the hand, fist, or weapon; to have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
arsenal	n: a collection of weapons or military equipment stored in preparation for war or conflict; a collection of resources or tools available for use in a particular field or endeavor
imaginary	adj: existing only in someone’s mind
hero	n: a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities; a character in literature or history who is central to the plot and who exhibits heroic qualities
prophet	n: a person believed to have an extraordinary power that can understand God’s will.
subtle	adj: not readily apparent or visible
magnificence	n: the quality or state of being extremely good, beautiful, or deserving to be admired
modern	adj: of or belonging to the present time or recent times
forth	adv: forward, outward, or onward in location, direction, or progress; into view or consideration; with confidence, boldness, or in the open
reserve	v: to keep something for future use or contingency; to obtain or arrange something, such as a meeting, seat, etc., in advance
reverence	n: a deep respect for someone or something
awe	n: a feeling of respect and wonder inspired by someone or something greatly admired
conventional	adj: based on or following traditional rules, standards, customs, etc.
subscribe	v: to agree to receive or support something, often through payment or regular participation; to sign up for or enroll in something, such as a publication, service, or program
polite	adj: showing consideration, respect, or deference towards others; having good manners, civility, or courteous behavior
despise	v: to feel strong dislike or contempt for someone or something, often because of a perceived fault or failing; to have a low or unfavorable opinion of something
fin	n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance
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
discovery	n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known
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
damn	v: to express disapproval of or disappointment in something or someone; to condemn or to curse; (a swear word) an expression of anger