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Word	Meaning	Advanced
shroud	n: a length of cloth or other material used to cover or wrap a dead body; something that conceals or obscures something else, often used metaphorically
hillside	n: the sloping side of a hill or mountain; a landscape feature characterized by a natural gradient or incline
shelter	n: a structure built to protect from poor weather, danger, or attack:
thatch	n: a material, such as straw or reeds, used to cover the roofs of houses or other buildings
shack	n: a small, often rundown dwelling or house, typically one that is poorly constructed or maintained
elderly	adj: (a polite word for) old
thunderous	adj: producing or accompanied by a loud, deep, rumbling sound, like that of thunder; intense, forceful, or impressive
cot	n: a small bed for a baby or child, typically with high sides to prevent the child from falling out
flood	n: a large amount of water flowing beyond its normal limits; an overwhelming number or amount
tease	v: to make fun of someone or make jokes about them, either in a playful way or to upset them; to separate the fibers of something; to ruffle a person’s or animal’s hair by combing
settle	v: to reach an agreement of disagreement
humble	adj: having or showing a modest or low estimate of one’s quality or importance
devote	v: to commit or dedicate oneself or one’s time, effort, or energy to a particular task or purpose
intent	n: a strong determination or attention to do or achieve something; (adjective) having a strong determination to do or achieve something
nestle	v: to settle comfortably or cozily into a place
twig	n: a small, thin, flexible branch or shoot of a tree or shrub; a slender, fragile, or delicate object or individual
batter	v: to hit something or someone repeatedly with much force; (noun, baseball) a ballplayer who is batting
afford	v: to have enough money or time to be able to buy or do something
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
strip	v: to remove the surface from something; (noun) a sizeable narrow piece of something such as paper, metal, cloth, etc., or area of land, sea, etc.
shank	n: the lower part of the leg, between the knee and ankle; a straight or curved part of a tool or utensil that is used to grip, hold, or apply pressure
stew	n: a dish consisting of meat and vegetables simmered in liquid typically served hot as a main course or soup; a state of mental or emotional agitation or confusion
cheerful	adj: happy and positive; causing feelings of happiness or optimism; marked by or expressing joy or optimism
conversation	n: an informal talk between two or more people to exchange their views, ideas, information, etc.
chip	n: a small fragment of something broken off from the whole; a long and thin piece of potato fried in oil or fat
clay	n: a natural, earthy material that is made up of very small particles of minerals and can be molded when wet and then fired to produce ceramics
balance	n: a condition in which everything has the same weight or force; something left after other parts have been taken away
wobble	v: to move or shake unsteadily from side to side or up and down
rub	v: to move one’s hand or an object over the surface of something with pressure
mint	n: a place where coins, paper money, or medals are produced under government authority; any north temperate plant of the genus Mentha with aromatic leaves and small mauve flowers
weave	v: to make cloth, a carpet, a basket, etc., by repeatedly crossing a single thread through two sets of long threads at a right angle to them
transform	v: to change in outward structure or looks;
feast	n: a large meal, typically one served on a special occasion
overflow	v: to flow or run over the edge or brim of a container or surface; to be more than enough
privately	adv: in a private manner; not publicly; secretly
provision	n: the act of providing or supplying something; a clause in a document or law that specifies a particular requirement or condition
hearty	adj: characterized by vigor, strength, or robustness; showing warmth or enthusiasm of feeling; large and filling (referring to a meal or portions of food)
gulp	v: to swallow quickly and forcefully; to take in a large amount of air or liquid quickly and audibly because of surprise, fear, or excitement
vessel	n: a ship or large boat
relieve	v: to make something burdensome, unpleasant, or painful less severe
terrify	v: to frighten someone very much
peasant	n: a farmer or agricultural worker who owns or rents a small piece of land and grows crops, especially in a traditional or undeveloped society
disguise	v: to hide or alter someone’s appearance to deceive or mislead others
panic	n: a sudden strong feeling of fear that cannot be controlled and prevents reasonable thought and action
preparation	n: the activity of getting ready for something or making something ready
inadequate	adj: not sufficient or enough
precious	adj: uncommon and extremely valuable
repeatedly	adv: again and again; many times
lung	n: either of the two organs in the chest that people and some animals use for breathing
wrath	n: extreme anger
shed	v: to get rid of something as superfluous or unwanted; to cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers; (noun) an outbuilding with a single story, mainly used for shelter or storage
rag	n: a piece of cloth, especially an old one, torn or cut into strips and used for cleaning
mortal	adj: subject to death; unrelenting and deadly
mask	v: to conceal something; (noun) a covering that you wear over your face to hide it
loom	v: to appear or take shape as a large, especially in a frightening way
brew	v: to make beer or tea by mixing a substance with hot water
fleet	n: a group of military ships, aircraft, etc., operating together under the same ownership; (adjective) moving very fast
messenger	n: someone or something that carries a message, especially one sent to convey information, news, or an official document
shepherd	n: a person who tends and guards sheep, especially in a rural area
underworld	n: the criminal world or the world of organized crime; the realm of the dead in various mythologies
xenia	n: the ancient Greek concept of hospitality, particularly the giving of gifts or other benefits to guests or strangers considered a sacred obligation in ancient Greece, and failing to offer hospitality to a guest was seen as a major social taboo
hospitality	n: the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers
ascend	v: to go or move upward; to become king or queen; to inherit something, such as a power
summit	n: the highest point of a mountain or hill; a meeting of heads of state or government to discuss important issues
shock	n: a strong feeling or physical reaction to a sudden and unexpected event or experience, especially something unpleasant
murky	adj: dark and gloomy or difficult to see through
swamp	n: an area of low-lying land that is flooded or saturated with water, often having a growth of natural vegetation
refuse	v: to show that one is not willing to do or accept something
cast	v: to cause light or shadow to appear on a surface; to assing or choose someone such as an actor or representative, especially by selection process
underwater	adv: below or under the surface of the water
intact	adj: undamaged and complete
recall	v: to remember something
terror	n: intense fear; a state of intense fear or alarm
mournful	adj: expressing or showing sorrow or grief; sad; melancholy
sprout	v: to grow or develop new parts typically leaves or shoots, from a plant; to emerge, develop, or arise gradually or suddenly
marble	n: a hard crystalline metamorphic rock that has a pattern of lines going through it and takes a high polish used for sculpture and as building material; a small ball made of stone, especially one used in children’s games
etch	v: to carve, cut, or engrave (a design or text) into a hard surface; to corrode, erode or eat away at a metal surface using acid or another chemical substance to create a design or pattern
grand	adj: important and large in size, scope, or extent
rickety	adj: wobbly, unsteady, and likely to collapse
metamorphose	v: to undergo a dramatic change in form, structure, or substance; to transform or alter in appearance or nature
gleam	v: to reflect light in a way that creates a shining or bright and attractive appearance; to become visible or apparent
temple	n: a place of worship, especially one that is associated with a particular religion or faith; the flat area on either side of the forehead
commend	v: to praise or express approval of someone or something; to recommend someone for a job or position; to entrust or hand over something to someone else
gentle	adj: having or showing a kindly or tender nature; soft and mild
desire	n: a strong feeling of wanting to have or do something
permit	v: to allow for something to happen or be done; (noun) the act of giving a formal, usually written, authorization
flutter	v: to wave or flap quickly and lightly; (noun) the act of moving back and forth
embrace	v: to accept something willingly and enthusiastically; (noun) the act of clasping another person in the arms as in greeting or affection
canopy	n: a covering, typically of fabric, supported on poles or suspended above a bed, throne, or other object, used to shelter or screen the person or object below it
flourish	v: to grow or develop vigorously or successfully
overhead	n: the expense of maintaining something that is involved in operating a business, such as rent and heating; (adverb) above your head; in the sky
farewell	n: the act of departing politely; an expression of a wish or well-being at parting
tower	n: a structure that is exceptionally high in proportion to its width and either forms part of a building or stands alone
linden	n: a deciduous tree with heart-shaped leaves and fragrant yellow flowers; commonly planted in urban areas for shade or ornamental purposes
oak	n: a large deciduous tree that is common in northern regions and produces small nuts called acorns
branch	n: a division of a tree or woody shrub that grows out from the trunk or a main stem; a division of some larger or more complex organization
intertwine	v: to twist together or become twisted together
eternal	adj: being without beginning or end; lasting forever