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Word	Meaning	Advanced
explosion	n: a violent release induced by a chemical or nuclear reaction
concussion	n: a violent blow or jolt to the head or body that jars the brain, often resulting in temporary or prolonged unconsciousness, confusion, or memory loss; a shock or upheaval caused by a sudden change or event
bomb	n: a weapon that explodes and is used to kill or injure people or to cause damage to something
bombardment	n: a continuous attack with bombs or other missiles
disaster	n: an unexpected event or series of events that cause widespread damage, destruction, or loss of life
collapse	v: to fall down or give way suddenly, often after breaking apart
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
independence	n: freedom from another’s or others’ control or influence
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
overcome	v: to succeed in controlling or dealing with something, such as a problem or difficulty; to defeat or overwhelm someone
generation	n: all the people born and living at about the same time, regarded collectively; the production of heat or electricity
upward	adv: toward the top or highest point, or a higher position or level; (adjective) extending or moving toward a higher place
prosperous	adj: successful financially or materially; bringing success or good fortune
march	v: to walk militarily with stiff, regular steps
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
defeat	v: to win against somebody in a fight, war, or attempt
autocracy	n: a form of government in which one person has unlimited power and authority; a system of government in which a ruler or ruling class holds absolute power and controls all aspects of society
stun	v: to make a person or an animal unconscious or dizzy, especially by hitting them on the head; to make someone surprised or shocked greatly
crush	v: to press it firmly, usually with your hands or a tool, so that it becomes flat or smaller
motionless	adj: without movement or motion; completely still
absolutely	adv: without restriction or limitation; completely or utterly
helpless	adj: unable to take care of oneself or to do things without help
cherish	v: to hold someone or something dear; to feel or show affection for someone or something
flee	v: to leave by running away, especially out of fear or danger
destroy	v: to ruin or damage severely or completely; to eradicate or eliminate completely
critic	n: someone who expresses opinions about the quality of books, music, etc.
infrastructure	n: the basic systems, services, or features that are necessary for an organization or country, such as transport and power supplies
globe	n: the earth or world, mainly used to emphasize its vastness
invade	v: to enter aggressively into another’s territory by military force for conquest and occupation
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
improvisation	n: the act of making something up on the spot or creating or performing something without preparation
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
environment	n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live
well-being	n: the state of being happy and healthy and prosperous
dam	n: a wall constructed over a river to block the flow of water, mainly used to generate energy
pandemic	n: an outbreak of a disease that affects many people over a very wide area
government	n: the group of people with authority to control a country or state
engage	v: to attract and keep someone’s attention and interest; to participate in or obtain services of something
platform	n: the raised flat space close to the track at a train station where passengers get on or off the train; (technology) a computational or digital environment in which a piece of software is executed
curriculum	n: a series of subjects comprising a course of study in a school, college, etc.
nonprofit	adj: not established for commercial profit
horrible	adj: extremely unpleasant or bad; causing fear or disgust
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
invest	v: to put money, effort, time, etc. into something to make a profit or achieve a result
undo	v: to reverse the effect of an action or event, typically one that is recent or specific
curiosity	n: a strong desire to know or learn about something
unassailable	adj: impossible to attack, dispute, or defeat; not open to question or doubt
treasure	n: a valuable or desirable possession; something that is cherished or held dear; a collection of valuable objects or money that is hidden or protected
starve	v: to suffer or die from lack of food; to cause someone or something to suffer or die from lack of food; to deprive something of necessary nourishment or sustenance
shelter	n: a structure built to protect from poor weather, danger, or attack:
undefeated	adj: not having been beaten or conquered; having won every contest or battle
heroically	adv: in a way that shows great bravery, courage, or self-sacrifice
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
destruction	n: the act of causing so much damage to something
rehabilitate	v: to restore to good health or physical condition; to help someone return to a normal life, especially after a period of illness, addiction, or imprisonment
fuel	n: a substance that is typically burned to generate heat or energy