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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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intersection | n: a point where two or more roads, lines, etc., cross each other | |
overcome | v: to succeed in controlling or dealing with something, such as a problem or difficulty; to defeat or overwhelm someone | |
accomplish | v: to finish or achieve something successfully | |
troublemaker | n: a person who intentionally causes difficulties or problems for others, often by disruptive or provocative behavior; a person who tends to create or attract trouble or controversy | |
define | v: to state or explain precisely the nature, scope, or meaning of something | |
reclaim | v: to take back something previously lost, given, or paid, or ask to have it back | |
lens | n: a transparent optical device with curved sides, used in an optical instrument that makes objects seem larger, smaller, clearer, etc.; (metaphor) the basic thoughts or mindsets through which someone sees or understands the environment or situation | |
disrupt | v: to prevent or stop something, especially an event, activity, or process, from continuing in the usual way by causing a problem or disturbance | |
quo | n: the existing state or condition of something, especially in relation to a particular situation or issue | |
contrarian | n: a person who tends to oppose or reject commonly held beliefs or opinions, often for the sake of being different or creating controversy | |
random | adj: made, done, or happening without method, conscious decision, or any regular pattern | |
troll | n: a person who makes inflammatory or off-topic posts on the internet; a supernatural creature often portrayed as a giant or dwarf that lives in isolated areas; (verb) to fish by dragging a baited line through the water behind a boat | |
uncomfortable | adj: providing or feeling physical discomfort or slight pain | |
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 | |
obligation | n: the state of being morally or legally bound to do or pay something | |
elevate | v: to raise something from a lower to a higher position; to give a promotion to or assign to a higher position | |
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 | |
opposed | adj: being completely different from something or disagreeing strongly with something | |
outline | v: to describe the main facts or aspects involved in something | |
slogan | n: a short, catchy phrase or motto that is used by a person, organization, or company to promote a particular product, cause, or idea | |
dissipate | v: to disperse or scatter widely | |
contrary | n: acting in opposition to what is expected or desired | |
defend | v: to protect someone or something from attack, criticism, danger, etc. | |
receipt | n: a written or printed statement acknowledging that something has been paid for or received; the act of receiving something | |
mitigate | v: to make less severe or less intense; to alleviate or lessen the adverse effects of something | |
demean | v: to lower or damage someone’s dignity, honor, or reputation; to treat someone disrespectfully, often in a way that makes them feel inferior or humiliated | |
rocky | adj: full of or abounding in rocks; of, relating to, or made of rock | |
intention | n: something you want to do and are going to do | |
thoughtful | adj: characterized by careful and considerate thinking; showing consideration for the feelings and needs of others; reflecting deep or serious thought | |
valid | adj: having a reasonable basis in logic or fact; still legally or officially acceptable | |
checkpoint | n: a designated location or point along a route or journey where travelers are required to stop and undergo a security or documentation check | |
tenet | n: one of the fundamental ideas or beliefs upon which a theory or broader group of views is founded | |
recognize | v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered | |
brave | adj: showing courage or fearlessness in the face of danger, difficulty, or adversity | |
scare | v: to frighten a person or animal, or to become frightened | |
opportune | adj: suitable or happening at a time that is suitable or convenient for a particular purpose | |
transform | v: to change in outward structure or looks; | |
regret | v: to feel sad, repentant, or disappointed over something you have done or something you have not been able to do | |
silent | adj: without any or little sound | |
ultimate | adj: furthest or highest in degree or order | |
critic | n: someone who expresses opinions about the quality of books, music, etc. | |
disappoint | v: to fail to meet someone or their hopes or expectations; to make someone feel sad | |
convict | v: to prove or declare someone to be guilty of a crime; (noun) a person serving a sentence in a jail or prison | |
maintain | v: to continue to uphold or sustain; to keep in a particular state or condition; to assert or declare something to be true | |
decide | v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options | |
wipe | v: to clean or dry something by rubbing with a piece of cloth or paper or one’s hand and removing dirt, food, or liquid | |
anonymous | adj: having no known name, identity, or known source | |
identify | v: to recognize someone or something and say or prove who or what they are | |
core | n: the most essential or fundamental part of something | |
chapter | n: a separate section of a written work usually numbered and titled | |
doubly | adv: to twice the extent or degree; in a way that involves two things at once; with twice as much force, effect, or significance | |
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 | |
promote | v: to encourage or persuade people to like, buy, use, do, or support something; to raise someone to a higher position or rank | |
exclamation | n: a sudden outcry or shout, especially one expressing strong emotion | |
mindset | n: the established set of attitudes or fixed ideas held by someone | |
opposition | n: the act of disagreeing or resisting; the state of strong disagreement | |
privilege | n: a special right or advantage that only one person or group of people has, usually because they are rich and powerful in a society | |
currency | n: a system of money in general use in a particular country | |
inexperienced | adj: lacking experience or knowledge in a particular field or situation; not accustomed to a specific kind of work or activity | |
perceive | v: to become aware or conscious of something through the senses | |
interrupt | v: to say or do something that causes someone to stop in their speech or action | |
arrogant | adj: having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one’s importance or abilities | |
constantly | adv: all the time | |
exhaust | n: the system in a vehicle that removes waste gases from the engine; (verb) to make someone completely tired | |
weird | adj: extraordinary, unexpected, or difficult to explain | |
shift | n: a slight transition in position, direction, or trend | |
attach | v: to fasten, join, or connect one thing to another | |
worthwhile | adj: having value or benefit; sufficiently important or beneficial to be worthy of time or effort; deserving of attention or consideration | |
absorb | v: to take in a fluid or other substance gradually | |
fortify | v: to make something stronger or more resistant to attack or damage; to give someone or something more strength or support | |
affirm | v: to assert that something is true or real; to state positively | |
permit | v: to allow for something to happen or be done; (noun) the act of giving a formal, usually written, authorization | |
brilliant | adj: extremely clever, skilled, or impressive | |
bate | v: to lessen the intensity or force of something; to moderate or restrain one’s feelings or emotions | |
breath | n: the air that is taken into and expelled from your lungs; the process of taking into and expelling air from your lungs |