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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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introductory | adj: intended as an introduction or preliminary; serving as a base or starting point | |
peter | v: to fail or lose power, efficiency, or value gradually before coming to an end | |
amphibian | n: a cold-blooded animal that can live both on land and in water | |
axolotl | n: a type of aquatic salamander native to Mexico with external gills and the ability to regrow lost limbs | |
salamander | n: any of various typically terrestrial amphibians that resemble lizards and that return to water only to breed | |
limb | n: an arm and leg of a person or animal | |
regenerate | v: to improve or renew an area, institution, system, etc., especially by making it more active or successful | |
amazing | adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire | |
permanent | adj: lasting for a long time without essential change | |
frame | n: a strong border or structure of the wood, metal, etc. that surrounds something such as a picture, door, or window | |
feathery | adj: having or resembling the soft and delicate feathers of a bird, typically in texture or appearance | |
gill | n: a respiratory organ of fish and some other aquatic animals that extracts dissolved oxygen from water and excretes carbon dioxide | |
relative | adj: considered and evaluated through comparison with something else | |
stunning | adj: causing a strong emotional reaction of admiration, surprise, or shock due to its beauty, rarity, or excellence | |
unfortunately | adv: by bad luck; unluckily | |
overfish | v: to deplete fish populations beyond sustainable levels through excessive or unregulated fishing practices, leading to environmental and economic consequences | |
polluted | adj: contaminated with harmful or poisonous substances | |
scenario | n: a description of possible actions or events in the future; a written outline of a play, film, or literary work | |
extinction | n: the complete disappearance of a species from the earth | |
crisis | n: a time of great disagreement, confusion, or danger when problems must be resolved or critical decisions must be taken | |
vulnerable | adj: capable of being hurt or influenced physically or mentally | |
evolutionary | adj: relating to or denoting how living things develop or change from earlier forms | |
niche | n: a specialized role or position that a species occupies within an ecosystem; a job or position particularly well suited to the person who occupies it | |
weird | adj: extraordinary, unexpected, or difficult to explain | |
extinct | adj: no longer in existence | |
grand | adj: important and large in size, scope, or extent | |
technological | adj: based on scientific and industrial progress | |
intervention | n: the action or process of being done to improve or help a circumstance, often they have not been asked to do so | |
conservation | n: the protection of something important, such as the natural environment or artificial structures, especially from the damaging effects of human activity | |
practical | adj: of or connected with actual use or real situation rather than with theory and ideas | |
wisdom | n: the quality of being wise, or the ability to use your knowledge and experience to make sensible decisions | |
academic | adj: associated with schools, colleges, and universities, especially studying and thinking, not with practical skills | |
journal | n: a newspaper or magazine specialized in a specific topic or profession | |
enterprise | n: a business or company; a purposeful or industrious undertaking, especially one that requires effort | |
hurdle | n: a barrier or obstacle that must be overcome | |
constraint | n: a limit or restriction on something, such as an action, behavior, or thought | |
perspective | n: a confident attitude toward something; a particular style of thinking about something | |
genuine | adj: real and exactly; not pretended; sincerely felt or expressed | |
immaculate | adj: perfectly clean, spotless, or free from dirt or stains; without any flaws or imperfections | |
nun | n: a woman who has taken religious vows and is a member of a monastic community | |
convent | n: a community of nuns, usually living together in a religious order under vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience | |
mind-boggling | adj: extremely surprising or overwhelming and, therefore, difficult to understand or imagine | |
documentary | n: a film or a radio or television program that gives facts and information about a subject; of or derived from official documents | |
unflattering | adj: not showing or representing someone or something in a favorable or attractive way | |
selfie | n: a photograph that one has taken of oneself, typically one taken with a smartphone or webcam to share on social media | |
creature | n: a living being, especially an animal | |
regenerative | adj: tending to regrow or restore lost or injured tissue | |
healing | n: the process of becoming or making somebody or something well again | |
consume | v: to spend something, especially fuel, energy, or time, in a large amount | |
medicinal | adj: of or relating to the treatment or cure of disease | |
reckon | v: to think or believe something | |
respiratory | adj: relating to the organs and processes involved in breathing, such as the lungs and the act of inhaling and exhaling air | |
ailment | n: a slight but often persistent illness | |
clip | n: a small metal or plastic device used for holding an object or objects together or in place; a short part of electronic media, either an audio clip or video clip | |
span | n: the entire length of something, such as time or space from beginning to end; the amount of space that something covers | |
interpreter | n: a person who translates spoken or written language from one language to another | |
syrup | n: a sweet, thick liquid made by dissolving sugar in water, often flavored with fruit, spices, or other ingredients | |
discovery | n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known | |
ancient | adj: relating to the long ago, particularly the historical period preceding the fall of the Western Roman Empire; very old | |
cough | v: to expel air from the lungs suddenly and noisily, often as a reaction to irritation, illness, or some other physical condition; (noun) a sudden, forceful expulsion of air from the lungs, often accompanied by a distinctive sound | |
asthma | n: a chronic respiratory disease characterized by wheezing, coughing, and difficulty breathing | |
bronchitis | n: an inflammation of the bronchial tubes, often resulting in cough, chest discomfort, and difficulty breathing, can be caused by viral or bacterial infections, environmental irritants, or other factors | |
lung | n: either of the two organs in the chest that people and some animals use for breathing | |
harness | v: to control and exploit the power of something, especially natural resources that produce energy; (noun) a set of narrow pieces of leather and metal that are used to control or hold in place a person, animal, or object | |
recipe | n: a set of instructions for preparing a dish, including the ingredients and the method of cooking | |
decline | v: to become gradually smaller, fewer, worse, etc.; to refuse to accept | |
halt | v: to bring or come to a stop; to force to stop moving or operating | |
sustainable | adj: able to continue or be continued for a long time | |
captivity | n: the situation in which a person or animal is kept in prison or a space that they cannot escape from | |
breed | v: to keep animals for producing offspring in a regulated manner | |
critic | n: someone who expresses opinions about the quality of books, music, etc. | |
endangered | adj: at risk of extinction because it is facing significant threats | |
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 | |
diplomacy | n: the art and practice of conducting negotiations between nations, organizations, or people; the fine art of dealing with people in a sensitive and effective way | |
partnership | n: the state of a cooperative relationship between people or groups, especially in business | |
biology | n: the scientific study of life and the natural processes of living things | |
rear | adj: at, toward, or near the back part of something; (verb) to look after a child until it is an adult | |
robust | adj: sturdy and healthy in form, constitution, or construction; strong enough to withstand or overcome intellectual challenges or adversity | |
filter | n: any of several types of equipment or systems used to separate particles from liquids or gases or to remove specific forms of light | |
pump | v: to cause water, air, gas, etc. to move from one place to another by using mechanical equipment; to get or supply something such as money, information, etc. in significant quantities | |
incongruous | adj: not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or environment; not fitting or appropriate; lacking in congruity or consistency | |
ludicrous | adj: so ridiculous, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing; absurd | |
brilliant | adj: extremely clever, skilled, or impressive | |
mystery | n: something difficult to understand or explain; a secret or enigmatic quality that adds to the fascination or interest of something; a genre of fiction that involves the solution of a crime or a puzzle | |
origin | n: the first existence or beginning of something | |
menopause | n: the natural cessation of menstruation and fertility in women, typically occurring between the ages of 45 and 55 | |
whale | n: a very large sea mammal that has a streamlined body and breathes through a blowhole on the head; a very large person; impressive in size or qualities | |
penguin | n: a flightless sea bird that is found in the Southern Hemisphere and is known for its distinctive black and white coloring and its upright, waddling gait | |
colony | n: a country or an area that is governed by a more powerful country that is often far away | |
capture | v: to catch a person or an animal and confine them in an area which they cannot escape | |
climate | n: the weather in a particular location averaged over some long period | |
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 | |
relation | n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another | |
tradition | n: a belief, custom, or way of doing something that has been passed down from generation to generation within a group or society | |
hierarchy | n: a system in which people or things are organized into different levels of importance from highest to lowest | |
achievement | n: a thing that someone has accomplished, primarily through their effort and ability | |
encourage | v: to give someone support, confidence, or hope; to persuade someone to do or continue to do something by making it easier for them and making them believe it is a good thing to do | |
humility | n: the quality or condition of being humble; a low estimate of one’s self | |
blink | v: to shut and open the eyes quickly; to gleam or glow in a regular or intermittent way | |
hubris | n: excessive pride, arrogance, or overconfidence, often leading to someone’s downfall or ruin | |
historic | adj: famous or significant in history, or potentially so | |
elite | adj: belonging to the wealthiest, most potent, best-educated, or best-trained group in a society | |
downfall | n: a sudden or catastrophic decline or failure | |
occasion | n: a time or event that is suitable or appropriate for something to happen or be done; a particular event or circumstance that requires or allows for something to be done | |
takedown | n: the act of forcibly removing someone or something from a position of power or prominence; (of sports or martial arts) an action or technique used to bring an opponent to the ground or disorient them | |
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 | |
expedition | n: a journey or voyage for a specific purpose | |
celebrated | adj: renowned for possessing admirable attributes | |
ill-fated | adj: having a tragic or disastrous destiny or outcome, often due to unfortunate circumstances | |
adventure | n: a journey or a series of events that is unusual, exciting, or dangerous | |
widespread | adj: existing or happening in various places or among many people | |
grant | v: to agree to give or allow somebody | |
heroic | adj: courageous and daring; having or displaying qualities appropriate for legendary figures that is courage and daring | |
hightail | v: to move, run, or flee at high speed or with great urgency; to depart quickly or suddenly from a place or situation | |
injury | n: harm done to a person’s or an animal’s body caused by an accident or an attack | |
afford | v: to have enough money or time to be able to buy or do something | |
survive | v: to live or exist despite a dangerous event or period | |
revisit | v: to go to a place again, especially after a long period | |
collaboration | n: the act or situation of working together to create or produce something | |
poacher | n: a person who catches and kills birds, animals, or fish illegally | |
hunt | v: to go after and try to catch wild animals to kill them for food, sport, or profit | |
illegal | adj: not allowed by law | |
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 | |
pave | v: to cover something with a hard, flat material such as stones, bricks, or concrete, to make it suitable for travel or use | |
innovative | adj: introducing or using new methods, ideas, etc. | |
ward | n: a room in a hospital for patients requiring special care | |
exclusion | n: the act of keeping someone or something out or preventing them from participating in or being part of something | |
zone | n: a specific area, region, or section that is marked off or defined in some way | |
experiment | n: the scientific test conducted to observe what happens and gain new knowledge | |
crop | n: a plant that is cultivated in large amounts, particularly for food | |
vodka | n: a distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grains or potatoes, typically with high alcohol content and little or no added flavoring | |
nuclear | adj: of or relating to or constituting the nucleus of an atom; deriving destructive energy from the release of atomic energy | |
accident | n: an unfortunate event, especially one causing damage or injury | |
conversation | n: an informal talk between two or more people to exchange their views, ideas, information, etc. | |
communal | adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use | |
periphery | n: the outer edge or margin of something, especially a geographical area or a group of people | |
abandon | v: to leave a place, thing, or person with no intention of returning; (noun) a feeling of extreme emotional intensity | |
rebuild | v: to build again or anew | |
spade | n: a gardening tool with a flat, pointed blade used for digging, planting, and moving soil | |
wimple | n: a garment worn by women, especially nuns, that covers the head, neck, and chin and often drapes down over the shoulders and chest; a fold of skin or flesh on the neck or chin | |
latex | n: a milky, often white, liquid that is produced by certain plants or can be created synthetically and is used in a variety of products such as gloves, balloons, paint, and mattresses; a water-based paint that uses latex as a binder | |
glove | n: a piece of clothing worn on the hand and wrist for protection against cold, dirt, etc., with separate parts for each finger | |
tap | v: to hit someone or something quickly, gently, and often repeatedly; to use existing resources, such as energy, knowledge, etc. | |
gentle | adj: having or showing a kindly or tender nature; soft and mild | |
swab | n: a small piece of soft material used by a doctor, nurse, etc., for cleaning a cut or taking a sample from somebody’s body for testing; (verb) apply, usually a liquid, to a surface | |
defer | v: to delay or hold back something until a later time; to refer to another source of authority | |
outlook | n: the likely future situation for someone or something; a habitual or characteristic mental attitude to life and the world of a particular person, group, or culture | |
ambitious | adj: having a great desire to attain achievement, power, or wealth | |
panel | n: a square or rectangular and flat piece of something that forms a distinct section or component of something; a small group of specialists who discuss particular topics or give their advice or opinion about something | |
biodiversity | n: the number and variety of plants and animals that exist in a particular area or the world and make a balanced environment | |
ecosystem | n: all the plants and living creatures in an area and the way they affect each other and the environment | |
snappy | adj: lively or energetic; smart and fashionable | |
aim | v: to try or plan to get or achieve something | |
planet | n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star | |
assess | v: to judge or decide the nature or quality of someone or something | |
nation | n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture | |
tackle | v: to try to deal with a complex problem or situation | |
communicate | v: to share or exchange information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals | |
broad | adj: very wide; general | |
nebulous | adj: hazy, vague, or ill-defined; of or relating to or resembling a nebula (= an immense cloud of gas and dust in interstellar space) | |
formidable | adj: causing fear, apprehension, or awe; difficult to deal with or overcome; capable of inspiring respect or admiration | |
ecology | n: the study of the relationships between living organisms, including humans, and their physical environment | |
accurate | adj: correct and exact in all details | |
concept | n: an idea or principle associated with something abstract | |
framework | n: the structural components of a building or object that support its weight and give it form; the underlying structure of a system, concept, or text | |
essentially | adv: relating to the essential features or concepts of anything | |
translate | v: to convert or change words into another language | |
dictionary | n: a reference book containing an alphabetical list of words and their definitions, as well as information about their origins, usage, and pronunciation | |
recognize | v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered | |
indigenous | adj: someone or something that is native to or occurring naturally in a particular place | |
merit | n: the quality of being particularly good or worthy, especially to deserve praise or reward | |
deserve | v: to be worthy of or entitled to something, especially something good or valuable | |
environment | n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live | |
absolutely | adv: without restriction or limitation; completely or utterly | |
bet | v: to risk money on the result of an event or a competition, such as a race or game, to get more money; to have faith or confidence in something | |
arctic | adj: of or relating to the region around the North Pole or the Arctic Ocean; very cold | |
caretaker | n: a person employed to take care of a large building such as a school and who deals with the cleaning, repairs, etc.; a person employed to look after a house or land while the owner is away | |
estimate | v: to guess or calculate the cost, size, value, etc. of something | |
boundary | n: a real or imaginary line that marks the limit or extent of something and separates it from other things or places | |
proposal | n: a formal suggestion or offer, sometimes a written one | |
opportune | adj: suitable or happening at a time that is suitable or convenient for a particular purpose | |
propose | v: to make a proposal, declare a plan for something | |
invite | v: to ask someone to come or join; to offer an opportunity or possibility for something to happen or take place | |
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 | |
survival | n: the state of continuing to exist or live, frequently in the face of difficulty or danger | |
responsible | adj: answerable or accountable for something within one’s power, control, or management | |
slink | v: to move quietly and sneakily, especially to avoid being noticed or to do something secret or sneaky | |
protocol | n: a set of rules or procedures for transmitting data or conducting a process or activity, especially in computer networks or scientific experiments; the initial or original version of an agreement | |
outline | v: to describe the main facts or aspects involved in something | |
impetus | n: a force, motivation, or stimulus that causes something to happen or be done; the driving force behind a particular action or change | |
brink | n: the point at which something is about to happen; the edge of a steep place | |
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 |