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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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poverty | n: the condition of being extremely poor | |
educate | v: to provide or receive instruction or training over a period of time at a school, university, etc. | |
tackle | v: to try to deal with a complex problem or situation | |
climate | n: the weather in a particular location averaged over some long period | |
crisis | n: a time of great disagreement, confusion, or danger when problems must be resolved or critical decisions must be taken | |
bullet | n: a metal projectile that is shot from a gun | |
radical | adj: relating to the essential aspects of anything; far beyond the norm, mainly used of opinions and actions | |
reshape | v: to change the form or structure of something | |
structure | n: the way of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts, or a complex thing constructed of many parts | |
diploma | n: a document showing the completion of a course of study or a portion of the education program; a course of study at a college or university | |
slot | n: a long, narrow opening or groove, typically one that is cut into a hard material, that is designed to receive and hold an object in place | |
inequality | n: the unfairness of a society in which some people have more opportunity, money, etc. than others; (mathematics) relation between two values when they are different | |
survivor | n: a person who remains alive after an event in which others have died | |
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 | |
isolate | v: to physically or socially separate someone or something from other people or things | |
overwhelm | v: to defeat someone or something by using a great deal of force; to have a strong emotional effect on somebody | |
primary | adj: first or highest in rank, order, or importance; most fundamental or essential; pertaining to the initial or introductory stage of something, such as a school year or election cycle | |
pupil | n: the black circular opening in the center of the iris of the eye, through which light enters the eye; a student in school or university | |
toilet | n: a bowl-shaped plumbing fixture with a seat for defecation and urination, or a room or building containing one or more of this fixture | |
inspector | n: a person whose job is to inspect, examine, or investigate something, often on behalf of an organization or official body | |
levy | n: a tax or charge imposed by authority | |
isolation | n: the condition of being alone or lonely; the act or state of separation between persons or groups | |
crouch | v: to put your body close to the ground, especially as a way of avoiding being seen | |
barefoot | adj: without shoes or other foot coverings; wearing nothing on the feet | |
pit | n: a hole in the ground or a cavity in a surface; a place for storing or holding something; a section of a theater or sports arena where people can sit | |
concrete | adj: existing in a physical or material form rather than an abstract one; based on facts rather than ideas or guesses; made of or covered with cement | |
cubicle | n: a small, partitioned area or booth intended for working or studying, often in an office or educational setting | |
intensify | v: to increase or make something increase in extent or strength | |
scholarship | n: a grant or payment made to support a student’s education usually awarded based on academic or other achievements | |
wrack | n: wreckage or debris from a destroyed structure; (verb) to cause destruction or great pain | |
guilt | n: the fact of having committed something illegal; the negative feelings caused by believing or knowing that you have done something wrong | |
bucket | n: an open container with a handle made of metal or plastic, often used for carrying liquids | |
maize | n: a cereal grain that is native to the Americas and cultivated in wide varieties for its large, yellow, edible seed and as a feed for livestock | |
blanket | n: a large piece of soft material used to cover or wrap a person or thing to keep them warm; (adjective) broad in scope or content | |
toothbrush | n: a small brush with a handle used for cleaning the teeth | |
repay | v: to give back or make restitution for money, debt, or other obligation that is owed; to compensate or reward someone for something done or given | |
invest | v: to put money, effort, time, etc. into something to make a profit or achieve a result | |
suffer | v: to experience pain, distress, or hardship; to undergo or endure something painful or unpleasant | |
trajectory | n: the curved path followed by an object moving through space | |
reap | v: to harvest a grain crop from a field; to obtain something beneficial as a consequence of something that you have done | |
lift | v: to raise something to a higher position or level; to pick up something or somebody and move them to a different position | |
burden | n: a duty, responsibility, etc. that is oppressive or worrisome; a load, typically a heavy one that is difficult to carry | |
odds | n: the degree or probability that a particular thing will or will not happen | |
suddenly | adv: quickly and unexpectedly | |
excite | v: to make someone feel suddenly enthusiastic or eager | |
sisterhood | n: a close association of women based on shared interests or goals; the sense of solidarity and loyalty that exists among women | |
educated | adj: having received a high standard of education | |
firsthand | adv: from the source; directly; (adjective) received directly from a source | |
complexity | n: the state or quality of being complicated or intricate and difficult to understand | |
barrier | n: a fence or other obstruction that makes it hard to move or get in; any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective | |
extend | v: to broaden in scope, range, or area | |
pregnant | adj: having a baby or young animal developing in the uterus | |
vulnerable | adj: capable of being hurt or influenced physically or mentally | |
lean | adj: having a noticeably small amount of body fat; (verb) to bend or move from a straight to a sloping posture | |
spearhead | v: to lead or initiate an effort or campaign | |
thrive | v: to grow vigorously; to make steady progress | |
equip | v: to provide a person or a place with the things that are needed for a particular purpose or activity | |
agency | n: an organization or business that is responsible for specific activities or services, especially when representing other organizations or businesses; the capacity or power to act or exert influence; the ability to make decisions and take action | |
confidence | n: the feeling or attitude that one can trust or rely on the abilities or good qualities of someone or something | |
structural | adj: associated with the way on construction or organization of anything | |
decent | adj: satisfactory, acceptable, or good in a general sense | |
menstrual | adj: of or relating to the time when a woman menstruates (= to discharge the blood from the uterus) each month | |
context | n: the circumstances, facts, or conditions that surround a particular event, situation, or statement and that give it meaning | |
nurture | v: to take care of, feed, and protect someone or something while they are growing and developing | |
communal | adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use | |
committee | n: a group of people appointed or elected to perform a specific function or manage a particular task, often within a larger organization | |
safeguard | v: to protect something or someone from harm, damage, or loss | |
chief | adj: most important or primary; (noun) a person who is in charge | |
crucial | adj: extremely vital or necessary | |
graduate | n: a person who has a first degree from university or college; (verb) to complete the first course of university or college and get a degree | |
accompany | v: to go somewhere or travel with someone or something | |
independence | n: freedom from another’s or others’ control or influence | |
jargon | n: specialized language or vocabulary used by a particular group or profession that is often difficult for outsiders to understand; language that is full of technical slang or obscure terms and is often used to obscure or confuse rather than clarify | |
district | n: a part of a country or town, especially one with particular features | |
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 | |
fin | n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance | |
rural | adj: of or relating to the countryside | |
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 | |
quarter | n: one of four equal parts; a fourth part or portion | |
nation | n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture | |
multiply | v: to add a number to itself a specified number of times; to increase or cause to increase very much in number or quantity | |
flywheel | n: a large, heavy wheel with a smooth rim that is used to store rotational energy and to smooth out fluctuations in the speed of an engine or other machine | |
spin | v: to cause something to rotate rapidly; to cause someone to feel dizzy or disoriented | |
decision-maker | n: a person who makes important decisions, especially at a high level in an organization | |
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 | |
norm | n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard | |
sacrifice | n: the act of killing an animal or person or surrendering a possession as an offering to a deity; (verb) to give up something important or valuable to help another person or get or do something that seems more important | |
sane | adj: mentally sound or normal; having a rational mind | |
energize | v: to give energy or vitality to someone or something; to invigorate | |
cofounder | n: one of several people who establishes an organization or starts a business |